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Law with Legal Practice (SQE)

Course details
  • LLB (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Taught by legal practitioners and academic experts with strong links to the legal profession, this course will equip you with the tools and knowledge to specialise within the legal sector, and is aligned to the SQE qualification route

Why study LLB (Hons) Law with Legal Practice (SQE) at BU?

  • Bournemouth University's Law degrees are ranked 3rd nationally in the Complete University Guide subject league tables for graduate outcomes (2024)

  • Study a specialist legal practice law degree, aimed at preparing students to go on to qualify through the SQE pathway, as well as becoming a barrister

  • Tailor your degree from your second year, selecting units to suit your interests and preferred career path

  • Undertake a 30-week work placement which, if it meets the necessary criteria, can count towards a portion of your training contract or qualifying work experience after you graduate. You'll be career ready with 94% of our graduates in employment or completing further study after 15 months.

  • Benefit from field trips, guest lectures and gain practical experience desired by employers by taking part in Moot Courts and Moot Show Trials

Modules

Year 1 units include: Legal Skills & Systems; Contract Law; Constitutional Law; Professional Practice, Employability & Skills; Human Rights Law; Criminal Law

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
M000
Institution code:
B50
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points

104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent

A level

104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

112 tariff points

Access to HE Diploma

102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades

Scottish Higher

104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Accepted as part of the overall tariff

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff

Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Scottish Advanced Higher

104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 - 31 points

28 - 31 points

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.

Extended Project

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

104-112 tariff points including a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DMM

112 tariff points

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D

104 tariff points

OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma

Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent

T Level - M

120 UCAS tariff points

AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff.

Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website.

Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information.

Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Please note that this information reflects historical entry requirements for UK 18-year-olds who pursued A level and BTEC qualifications. Please see the relevant course page of our website for the most up-to-date details on this course’s entry requirements and selection methods. Our offer-making process is based on your potential to succeed on your chosen course and considers a range of factors.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1
EU£19635Year 1
International£19635Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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