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Whether you have ambitions to be a solicitor, barrister, academic researcher, or an in-house lawyer - this course is your passport to a rewarding future.
Law underpins our society. A law degree gives you a unique insight into everything, from the economy to the criminal justice system and it gives you a huge range of skills that will last you throughout your career.
We cover all the subjects you need to know; tort, contract, criminal law, constitutional law and property law – you’ll get a thorough grounding in the essentials. Thanks to our teaching team’s wide range of specialisms, from families to sports, we offer exciting option modules beyond the core curriculum.
During your final year, you’ll complete a major project. This could be anything from a dissertation to work in the community.
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This course has a foundation year available. F...
3 years full-time
4 years with placement
4 years with overseas study
4 years with foundation
Fernando"I got to experience lots of incredible opportunities. The law school's commercial law clinic, called the Business Law Café and run with international law firm Addleshaw Goddard, was my favourite."
LLB (Hons)
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023-2027
National Student Survey 2024 (NSS)
Year 1 focus on building up your legal knowledge and skills. You will develop a sound grasp of the English legal system and the skills needed to settle into academic life. You will also cover the areas of knowledge that are essential to understanding the law.
You will spend much of your time undertaking active learning in workshop groups, developing a sound grasp of the English legal system and the skills needed for your career. You will also benefit from considerable tutor contact time.
You will study four 30-credit core units. Please note that the following list of units is indicative and may be subject to change.
This module is an interesting and dynamic introduction to the English legal system and legal profession. It will introduce students to the concept of law, the legal system, and the developing nature of law and its role in society.
Students will consider several aspects of law-making, the interpretation of legislation and judicial precedent. They will focus on the development of essential legal and professional skills. Students will be introduced to soft skills essential to their own professional development, and will be able to assess, evaluate, and plan their own skills development. Through engagement with the module, students will be given opportunities to reflect on their own learning, and to recognise the importance of self-reflection in the study and practice of law. The module provides an essential foundation for studying other law modules.
This module will introduce students to the basic principles of the British Constitution. Students will consider the concepts of Parliamentary sovereignty, the rule of law and the separation of powers. Students will also learn about the protection of human rights in the UK. This module will focus on the development of key legal and general skills essential to success at this level of study.
This module aims to provide students with an introduction to the fundamental principles of the English law of contract. Students will be introduced to the nature of contractual obligations, and the legal principles that govern the formation, content, and validity of contracts. This module will focus on developing the essential legal skills of case analysis and problem-solving, through written communication. It will provide an intensive focus on the students’ soft skills of receiving and acting upon feedback.
This module introduces the English law of tort. It provides an understanding of the fundamental principles that govern liability for wrongful acts and omissions. This module will focus on developing the skills of reasoning and argument and the soft skills of resilience and team working.
As part of our full-time LLB degree, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a work placement year. It’s a chance to apply the academic knowledge you’ve learned in the classroom to a real, professional workplace, while getting the industry experience that will show potential employers that you’re ready to get to work after you’ve graduated.
Because the placement jobs market is so competitive, we recommend that you start researching companies and opportunities during your first year, so you’re ready to start applying when your second year kicks off.
Find out more about what a placement can do for you. Visit our placements page.
Study abroad
Instead of a placement, you’ll have the opportunity to spend up to a year overseas, studying with one of our partner institutions across Europe, or beyond. Go abroad in the third year of your degree, and you’ll not only learn about other cultures, improve your language skills and discover more about yourself – you’ll also boost your career prospects.
Having first-hand knowledge of another country’s cultures and traditions can take you far in a range of careers. And, by going abroad, you’ll also demonstrate the kind of independent spirit and adaptability that many employers want.
Working abroad
Gaining work experience with an international flavour offers a double benefit. While you’ll learn valuable professional skills in a real-world workplace, you’ll also experience different cultures, ways of working and new perspectives. Whether it’s a summer exchange, holiday internship or year-long international placement, global experience can make a world of difference to your career prospects.
In Year 2, you continue to cover core areas of the law, but you will also have a chance to choose optional modules that match your interests and aspirations. You will start to reflect on your career preferences and prepare for the world of employment.
You will study six 15-credit core units. Please note that the following list of modules is indicative and may be subject to change.
This module will focus on the legal relationship between the UK and EU. The module will build upon previous skills introduced in effective legal research, using sources, and legal writing.
This module will develop upon the foundation areas of law, with an aim of further developing knowledge and a focus on developing skills of critical analysis and evaluation. Students will be encouraged to reflect on whether the laws in question could be improved, and develop their ability to construct and propose new arguments and approaches.
This module will examine property law in the aspects that most commonly impact upon the lives of individuals, and will equip students with the skills to assess a given scenario, work in groups, and construct and communicate advice in a professional manner.
This module will cover the core elements of some of the major crimes in the law of England and Wales. The emphasis will be on understanding how to construct strong and effective arguments. Building upon skills previously developed in case analysis and legal reasoning, the course will also introduce drafting and using skeleton arguments, as well as making oral arguments.
This module will consider the role of ethics in law and the legal profession. It will aim to help students develop the ability to recognise ethical issues in a wide range of existing and developing legal areas.
This module will focus on developing digital skills for the ways in which the legal system and profession is evolving, and will give students a basis for evaluation of these changes. It will act as a catalyst for reflection on their own readiness for working within those new landscapes.
You will study core principles which could include: express and implied trusts, the fiduciary relationship, trustees’ duties, powers and liability, and equitable remedies.
As part of our full-time LLB degree, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a work placement year. It’s a chance to apply the academic knowledge you’ve learned in the classroom to a real, professional workplace, while getting the industry experience that will show potential employers that you’re ready to get to work after you’ve graduated.
Because the placement jobs market is so competitive, we recommend that you start researching companies and opportunities during your first year, so you’re ready to start applying when your second year kicks off.
Find out more about what a placement can do for you. Visit our placements page.
Study abroad
Instead of a placement, you’ll have the opportunity to spend up to a year overseas, studying with one of our partner institutions across Europe, or beyond. Go abroad in the third year of your degree, and you’ll not only learn about other cultures, improve your language skills and discover more about yourself – you’ll also boost your career prospects.
Having first-hand knowledge of another country’s cultures and traditions can take you far in a range of careers. And, by going abroad, you’ll also demonstrate the kind of independent spirit and adaptability that many employers want.
Working abroad
Gaining work experience with an international flavour offers a double benefit. While you’ll learn valuable professional skills in a real-world workplace, you’ll also experience different cultures, ways of working and new perspectives. Whether it’s a summer exchange, holiday internship or year-long international placement, global experience can make a world of difference to your career prospects.
In Year 3, you will have the chance to tailor the degree to your interests, choosing to study from a range of option modules that cover a broad spectrum of legal areas. You will also have the opportunity to work on a dissertation in an area of your choice.
You will study two 15-credit core modules and a 30-credit project. Please note that the following list of modules is indicative and may be subject to change.
This module will assist students in consolidation and articulation of the skills acquired from their previous studies, with a view to developing these to ensure success in their degree outcomes and future employment.
This cluster of modules will equip students with the required skills for their chosen project area. Students will undertake the project preparation module linked to their chosen project module.
Students will execute a 30 credit project in a chosen area, giving them the opportunity to do self-directed work in an area of interest to them, furthering and showcasing essential skills valued by employers. Projects modules will be offered in: Public Legal Education; Legal Technology; Law in Context; Law for New Businesses; Pro Bono; Dissertation.
As part of our full-time LLB degree, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a work placement year. It’s a chance to apply the academic knowledge you’ve learned in the classroom to a real, professional workplace, while getting the industry experience that will show potential employers that you’re ready to get to work after you’ve graduated.
Because the placement jobs market is so competitive, we recommend that you start researching companies and opportunities during your first year, so you’re ready to start applying when your second year kicks off.
Find out more about what a placement can do for you. Visit our placements page.
Study abroad
Instead of a placement, you’ll have the opportunity to spend up to a year overseas, studying with one of our partner institutions across Europe, or beyond. Go abroad in the third year of your degree, and you’ll not only learn about other cultures, improve your language skills and discover more about yourself – you’ll also boost your career prospects.
Having first-hand knowledge of another country’s cultures and traditions can take you far in a range of careers. And, by going abroad, you’ll also demonstrate the kind of independent spirit and adaptability that many employers want.
Working abroad
Gaining work experience with an international flavour offers a double benefit. While you’ll learn valuable professional skills in a real-world workplace, you’ll also experience different cultures, ways of working and new perspectives. Whether it’s a summer exchange, holiday internship or year-long international placement, global experience can make a world of difference to your career prospects.
Whether you’ve already made your decision about what you want to study, or you’re just considering your options, there are lots of ways you can meet us and find out more about student life at Manchester Met.
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These typical entry requirements may be subject to change for the 2025/26 academic year. Please check back for further details.
A levels - BBB or equivalent, to include at least one relevant A level (relevant subjects exclude Art and Design, Media Studies, Business/Business Studies, General Studies).
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma – DDM in either Applied Law or Business (Law). Other subjects are not accepted for this qualification.
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 30 or minimum 120 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered.
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement.
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
GCSE grade 5 or equivalent in English language
and
GCSE grade 4/ C or equivalent in mathematics
In your application, you should outline your reason for choosing to study Law.
A levels - BBB or equivalent, to include at least one relevant A level (relevant subjects exclude Art and Design, Media Studies, Business/Business Studies, General Studies).
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma – DDM in either Applied Law or Business (Law). Other subjects are not accepted for this qualification.
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 30 or minimum 120 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered.
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement.
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
There’s further information for international students on our international website if you’re applying with non-UK qualifications.
In your application, you should outline your reason for choosing to study Law.
UK and Channel Islands full-time foundation year fee: £9,250 per year for the foundation year. This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation and may increase each academic year in line with inflation or UK government policy for both new and continuing students.
EU and Non-EU international full-time foundation year fee: £20,000 per year. When progressing from the pre-degree foundation year to the linked degree. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study)
Full-time fee: £9,250 per year. This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation and may increase each academic year in line with inflation or UK government policy for both new and continuing students.
Full-time fee: £20,000 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
A degree typically comprises 360 credits, a DipHE 240 credits, a CertHE 120 credits, and an integrated masters 480 credits. The tuition fee for the placement year for those courses that offer this option is £1,850, subject to inflationary increases based on government policy and providing you progress through the course in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study). The tuition fee for the study year abroad for those courses that offer this option is £1,385, subject to inflationary increases based on government policy and providing you progress through the course in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
All of the books required for the course are available from the library. The University also has PC labs and a laptop loan service. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. Students may also need to print their assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimated costs are £300 for a laptop, and up to £100 each year for books and printing.
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Money MattersWith an undergraduate law degree you could work in roles such as:
If you would like to pursue a more specialised legal career, as a barrister or solicitor, you can choose from our range of postgraduate courses.
Of course, you’ll still have plenty of options if you decide a legal career isn’t the right path. Our graduates may go onto roles in:
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UCAS code(s)M100
Institution code: M40
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