Law (Graduate Entry)

Are you ready to take your first steps into a career in Law? If you are a graduate of any discipline our fast track LLB will prepare you for a range of legal professions in just two years.

Taught by leading experts, you’ll gain a solid foundation in the legal system and a set of skills and experiences that will set you on a path to success.

Why choose Lancaster for your 2-year Graduate Entry LLB?

• Join a welcoming international community at our safe green campus

• Get hands on practical experience in our pro bono Law clinic

• Benefit from career networking opportunities - Law fair, law firms visits, alumni speakers

• Participate in social, sporting and professional events organised by our Law Society

• Open a path to vocational training as a solicitor or barrister

What areas of Law will I study at Lancaster?

Our fast-track course in Law is tailored for graduates of any discipline to embark on an exciting career in the legal profession. You’ll be taught by our School of Law staff who combine extensive expertise in teaching with cutting edge research in areas such as Commercial and Corporate Law, Human Rights, International Law, Technology Law and Criminal, Civil and Family Justice. You’ll gain a thorough foundation in the legal system gaining a good understanding of Law in context and wider societal issues.

The course includes hands-on experience to give you the edge in your career and a real taste of working in the profession. You can take part in our Law Clinic and work with real clients under the supervision of a qualified solicitor. You can join the Street Law project and share your knowledge with local community groups on topics like cyberbullying.

What are the professional, networking and social opportunities?

We have strong links to Chambers, Law firms and related professions from across the UK, including Magic Circle firms from London. Other activities include:

• Alumni visits and lectures

• A recruitment Law Fair attended by large law firms and barristers’ chambers

• The student-led Law society with events such as mooting in our purpose-built Mock Court Room

• Career events and negotiation and mediation competitions judged by barristers and members of the judiciary

• Law Dinner and Ball

• Sporting events

Who is the Graduate Entry LLB for?

The course is open graduates from the UK and overseas looking to move into the legal profession. Enter with a degree in any subject, and the course will provide you with options for progression onto a variety of pathways. Overseas students particularly may find the course a cost competitive option for entry into professional practice in their home country.

Where is Lancaster’s campus?

Lancaster is a small city in the North-West of England with close links to the stunning Lake District National Park. It has historic importance in the legal and justice system, and its medieval Castle has served as an assizes court, crown court and a fully functioning prison. Popular with international students, our campus lies at the edge of the city offering a safe green space and a sense of community that is enhanced by our collegiate system.