Politics, Philosophy & Law LLB drafted

Program Overview

King's College London's Politics, Philosophy, and Law LLB program offers a unique and flexible curriculum that combines traditional legal studies with philosophical and political science perspectives. Students benefit from world-class faculty, practical skills development, and a supportive learning environment, preparing them for a wide range of careers in law and beyond.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objectives:

• Educate students to become the "complete lawyer" with expertise in:
• Traditional legal areas
• Philosophical underpinnings of law and policy
• Social and political context of law
• Allow students to achieve a law degree while also immersing themselves in philosophy and political science

Program Description:

• Four-year program, jointly offered by:
• The Dickson Poon School of Law
• The Department of Political Economy
• The Department of Philosophy
• Flexible curriculum, allowing students to choose modules from all three participating departments
• Taught by world-class academics, visiting lecturers, and practitioners
• Unrivalled location for law, near landmarks like the Royal Courts of Justice and the Inns of Court
• Student-run societies for both social and professional development

Outline:

Program Content:

• Year 1:
• Required modules:
• Elements of the Law of Contract (30 credits)
• European Law (30 credits)
• Legal Reasoning & Legal Services (non-credit bearing)
• Optional modules:
• 30 credits from a range of Philosophy options, including:
• Elementary Logic (15 credits)
• Epistemology I (15 credits)
• Ethics 1 (15 credits)
• Greek Philosophy 1 (15 credits)
• Metaphysics 1 (15 credits)
• Modern Philosophy 1 (15 credits)
• Political Philosophy 1 (15 credits)
• Years 2-3:
• Students choose from a wide range of modules offered by the three participating departments
• Modules are divided into four categories:
• Law modules
• Philosophy modules
• Political Economy modules
• Optional modules (can be chosen from any of the three departments)
• Year 4:
• Students complete their dissertation
• Optional study abroad option at IE University, Madrid (for students who meet the requirements)

Course Schedule:

• Each year is divided into three terms:
• Michaelmas Term (October-December)
• Lent Term (January-March)
• Summer Term (April-June)

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• A combination of coursework and written examinations
• Forms of assessment may include:
• Examinations
• Essays
• Moots
• Negotiation exercises

Assessment Criteria:

• Students are assessed on their:
• Knowledge and understanding of the subject matter
• Critical thinking skills
• Communication skills
• Research skills

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Small group tutorials
• Seminars

Faculty:

• World-class academics, visiting lecturers, and practitioners from global law firms

Unique Approaches:

• Flexible curriculum allows students to tailor their studies to their interests and career aspirations
• Strong emphasis on practical skills development through a dynamic practical skills curriculum
• Dedicated careers team offers tailored guidance for navigating and excelling in the legal profession

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Solicitor
• Barrister
• Financial Analyst
• Management Consultant
• Journalist
• Teacher
• Academic

Opportunities:

• Leading law firms
• Specialist or niche firms
• Businesses
• Finance companies
• International organizations
• Public sector

Outcomes:

• Graduates are successful in obtaining posts with their desired firms or chambers
• Many law firms specifically target King's PPL graduates due to their high quality and competitiveness

Other:

• Students on the program are allocated a personal tutor each year for support and guidance
• King's College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative, and relevant programs of study
• The program includes a legal clinic where students can gain practical legal experience under the supervision of qualified lawyers
• Students have the opportunity to participate in mooting competitions and other extracurricular activities

Conclusion:

The Politics, Philosophy, and Law LLB program at King's College London is a rigorous and rewarding program that provides students with the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of law, philosophy, and political science. The program prepares students for a wide range of career paths in the legal and non-legal sectors.

Full time tuition fees UK: The UK tuition fee for the 2024-25 academic year is currently £9,250 per year. This is based on the UK Government's cap. Full time tuition fees International The International tuition fee for the 2024-2025 academic year is £29,472 per year. Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions. All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2000 against their first year's tuition fee. Students undertaking the Year Abroad pathway will pay King’s tuition fees while attending King’s (Year 1, 2 and 4) and a reduced fee to King’s during Year 3. You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.