Law (with Foundation Year)

The Integrated Foundation Year offers a new and exciting route into studying for a degree, attracting ambitious and driven students who are willing to learn and advance.

If you have non-standard qualifications or do not quite meet the admissions requirements for Law we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to study a four year Law programme which includes a Integrated Foundation Year. The Integrated Foundation Year will help you develop the theoretical/practical and academic skills you need, in order to successfully progress to the full award.

Featuring a reduced tuition fee in the first year, our four-year courses will enable you to successfully follow the degree pathway of your choice while gaining essential study skills. The foundation year of your chosen degree will be studied on a full-time basis and is aimed at supporting the transition to higher education. Years two, three and four are then studied as a standard degree programme.

Why choose the University of Northampton?

At the University of Northampton, you’ll benefit from a supportive, career-focused experience designed to help you succeed.

Personalised learning

Study in small groups led by expert academics, with dedicated one-to-one support. Our close-knit community ensures you receive individual guidance while being challenged to achieve your best.

Built for your future

Whatever your goals, we’ll help you get there. You’ll develop valuable skills, discover your strengths, and gain real-world experience - so you’re ready to stand out when applying for jobs or further study.

Guaranteed accommodation

We guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time first-year students who apply and accept their offer by June 2027*.

Exceptional student benefits

You’ll receive a brand-new laptop at no additional cost**, and all essential textbooks are available through our library - helping you save money throughout your studies.

A modern campus experience

Study at our student-led purpose-built Waterside Campus, designed to provide an inspiring and dynamic environment for learning and student life. Visit us at an Open Day to see it for yourself.

The Northampton Employment Promise

We’re confident you’ll graduate ready to launch your career. If you’re not in employment within six months, you’ll receive dedicated support from a Careers Development Consultant. If you’re still seeking opportunities after that, we’ll offer you a paid internship.

✱ Eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation/ for more information
✱✱ Eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information

Course Modules

INTEGRATED FOUNDATION YEAR:
Stage One A
• Transition to University – Learning to Learn (Compulsory)
• Investigating Your Subject (Compulsory)
• Foundation in Crime and Law (Compulsory)
• Negotiated Learning Project (Compulsory) •

Stage One B
• Learning the Law (Compulsory)
• UK and EU Constitutional Law (Compulsory)
• Law of Contract (Compulsory)
• Criminal Law (Compulsory)
• Ethics, Discrimination, and Human Rights (Compulsory)
• Current Legal Issues and Jurisprudence (Compulsory)

STAGE 2

• Judicial Protection under UK and EU Law (Compulsory)
• Law of Tort (Compulsory)
• Law in Action (Designated)
• Criminal Litigation (Designated)
• Child and Family Law (Designated)
• Environmental Law and Justice (Designated)
• Organised Transnational Crime (Designated)
• Intellectual Property Law in Commerce (Designated)
• Medical Law and Ethics (Designated)

STAGE 3
• Law Dissertation (Compulsory)
• Law of Equity Wills, Probate and Trusts (Compulsory)
• Land Law (Compulsory)
• Business Law and Practice (Designated)
• Civil Litigation and ADR (Designated)
• Civil Law on the High Street (Designated)
• Legal Skills in Practice (Designated)
• Sentencing and Penal Policy (Designated)
• Contemporary Issues in Human Rights (Designated)
• Information Technology Law (Designated)

Module information is quoted for 25/26 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly. 26/27 entry modules will be released in June 2026.

Assessment methods vary on the Law LLB.

The modules involve a variety of assessment activities including:

• seminar debates

• group and individual presentations

• project work.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Solicitors Regulation Authority
• Bar Standards Board