Law

Explore how law shapes society while building the analytical, research and transferable skills to thrive in any career.
This degree allows you to learn about how and why law is created and changed, and how it operates as a social institution. You’ll gain expertise in analysis, research, logical argument and more, as you develop an understanding of key topics and subject areas.
Through core and optional legal modules, you’ll examine the broader context of the law and its relationship with society. You can develop your interests in specialist legal areas, which might include company law, employment law, human rights law, environmental law, media law and family law, amongst others. You could also explore topics in criminal justice and criminology, such as policing or youth crime.
Throughout the course, you’ll gain diverse skills that will be valuable to you as a global citizen, as well as in your professional career – whether you choose to enter the legal profession or not.
Many people choose a legal career to advocate for justice and to make society a fairer place. This is your place to start.
Student profile: Alex Monaco
"My time at Leeds was a fantastic period of my life. I made lifelong friends and began down a career path that I am truly proud of."
Alex Monaco, LLB Law

Why study at Leeds

• Top 20 in the UK for Law (Complete University Guide 2026): Study at a nationally recognised School known for excellence.

• World‑leading research: Four research centres specialising in Business Law, Criminal Justice, Legal Education and Social Justice.

• Expert teaching: Learn from leading experts and academic staff who teaching a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

• Driving public policy: Learn from cutting‑edge research that shapes real legal and societal developments.

• Real, hands-on experience: Apply your learning through award‑winning community engagement (pro bono) opportunities, gaining hands‑on experience with real clients and real issues.

Rankings and awards
Top 100 in the world, QS World University Rankings 2026

Where this degree could take you
Studying law at Leeds sets you up for a successful and rewarding career.
Following their studies, our graduates have gone on to secure roles in:

• Escalation, Law Enforcements & Emergency

• Universities as a Lecturer in Law

• Cyber Law

• Legal Advisor in Financial Services

Student profile: Bethan Lewis
“A highlight for me has been contributing to the pro -bono work with the Welfare Rights department of Leeds City Council, which the School of Law has made available for me to take part in.”
Bethan Lewis, LLB Law

Career support
10 most targeted for 10+ years by the UK's leading employers, The Graduate Market 2026, High Fliers Research
At Leeds, we help you to prepare for your future from day one.
Our Careers Service has the global expertise and sector-spanning industry partnerships that, combined, go way beyond simply helping you get a job. They provide you with the resources you need to upskill and achieve the future you aspire towards – even in the face of lightning-paced change.