| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Law (Corporate Law) LLB (Hons) program at the University of Gloucestershire provides students with a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and skills for a successful career in law. The Corporate Law pathway offers specialized knowledge in business law, preparing students for roles in corporate law and practice. The program emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical application through clinical legal education, moot court exercises, and international opportunities.
Program Outline
Law (Corporate Law) LLB (Hons)
Degree Overview
Program Overview
The Law (Corporate Law) LLB (Hons) program offered by the University of Gloucestershire is designed to provide students with the legal knowledge, skills, and attributes needed to pursue a career in law. The program covers the fundamental principles of law in England and Wales, as well as international law. Students will explore both the theoretical underpinnings of law and its practical application and critical analysis. The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of legal careers, including solicitor, barrister, legal executive, and in-house lawyer. The program also provides a strong foundation for careers in other fields, such as civil service, international trade, business, and human resources. The Corporate Law pathway allows students to tailor their studies to obtain specialist knowledge relating to corporate law and practice. By the end of their studies, students will have specialized legal knowledge on the formation of businesses, business operations, employment issues, trading laws, and the protection of intellectual property.
Program Objectives
The program aims to:
- Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of law in England and Wales, as well as international law.
- Develop students' critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Equip students with the necessary legal skills and knowledge to pursue a successful career in law.
- Offer students the opportunity to specialize in corporate law through the Corporate Law pathway.
- Prepare students for the professional challenges they will face in their legal careers.
- Provide students with a strong foundation for careers in other fields, such as civil service, international trade, business, and human resources.
Outline
Program Content
The program covers a wide range of legal topics, including:
- Contract Law
- Tort Law
- Constitutional and Administrative Law
- Criminal Law
- Commercial Law
- International and European Law
- Land Law
- Equity and Trusts
- Company Law
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property Law
Program Structure
The program is offered on a full-time basis and takes three years to complete. The program is divided into six semesters, with two semesters per academic year. Each semester consists of 12 weeks of teaching.
Course Schedule
The course schedule is available on the University of Gloucestershire website.
Individual Modules
The program consists of a variety of modules, each with its own specific focus. Some of the key modules include:
- Contract Law: This module provides an introduction to the common law principles and statutory regulation of contracts and contractual obligations.
- Tort Law: This module considers the law of tort with emphasis on the major torts of negligence, nuisance, and defamation.
- Constitutional and Administrative Law: This module will cover the main elements of constitutional and administrative law and civil liberties.
- Foundations for Law and Employability: This module covers underpinning aspects of the English Legal System, such as the court system, common law and equity, and how to locate, interpret and apply primary sources of law.
- Criminal Law: This module examines the system of criminal law in England and Wales, including general principles of criminal liability and specific offences and defences.
- Commercial Law: This module will examine the general principles of the law relating to the law of agency, transfer of property, sale of goods, supply of goods/services, and remedies.
- Land Law: This module examines the systems of property law in England and Wales and provides an understanding of the main principles of ownership of land, both freehold and leasehold, together with the acquisition, protection, and application of third-party rights.
- Equity and Trusts: This module examines the law of equity and trusts, the creation and operation of trusts, equitable obligations, charities, and remedies.
- Company Law: This module aims to cover the general principles of Company Law. The module examines the various structures through which businesses may be run; establishing a company; ways of financing and conducting the affairs of a company; the duties and rights of directors and shareholder rights.
- Employment Law: This module examines the law (and elements of practice) which governs the individual employment relationship, i.e., the relationship between an employer and employees, including both common law and statutory employment protection.
- Clinical Legal Education: The Clinical Legal Education module provides students with the opportunity to put their legal knowledge and skills into practice.
- Legal Research Dissertation: The purpose of the module is to provide students with an understanding of the process involved in undertaking in-depth and extended academic legal research to produce a dissertation.
- Intellectual Property Law: This module will examine the law relating to patents, copyright, trademarks, and design rights.
Assessment
Assessment Methods
The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:
- Exams
- Essays
- Presentations
- Moot court exercises
- Client interviews
- Legal research projects
Assessment Criteria
The assessment criteria vary depending on the assessment method used. However, all assessments are designed to assess students' knowledge, understanding, and application of legal principles.
Teaching
Teaching Methods
The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Tutorials
- Moot court exercises
- Client interviews
- Guest lectures
- Field trips
Faculty
The program is taught by a team of experienced and qualified law academics. The faculty has a strong research profile and is committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience.
Unique Approaches
The program offers a number of unique approaches to teaching and learning, including:
- Clinical Legal Education: The Clinical Legal Education module provides students with the opportunity to put their legal knowledge and skills into practice by working on real-life cases under the supervision of a qualified solicitor.
- Moot Court: The program offers a moot court program, which allows students to develop their advocacy skills by participating in simulated court proceedings.
- International Opportunities: The program offers a variety of international opportunities, such as study abroad programs and exchange programs.
Careers
Career Paths
The program prepares students for a variety of careers in law, including:
- Solicitor
- Barrister
- Legal Executive
- In-House Lawyer
- Civil Servant
- International Trade Specialist
- Business Entrepreneur
- Human Resources Manager
Career Opportunities
The program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of legal careers. Graduates of the program are employed in a variety of settings, including law firms, government agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Career Outcomes
The program has a strong track record of graduate employment. A recent graduate survey showed that 96% of graduates were in work or further study six months after graduation.
Other
Law Clinic
The University of Gloucestershire Law Clinic offers pro bono legal advice to businesses and members of the local community, including charities, staff, and students. Students can become Legal Advisers and can assist with real cases, under the supervision of a practising solicitor.
ThreeSixty Student Consultancy
Students on this course will have the chance to get involved with our new student consultancy, ThreeSixty. Based at our state-of-the-art School of Business, you'll get the opportunity to develop your graduate competencies and attributes by working with business, third sector and individuals on a consultancy basis, solving their challenges.
National Student Survey Results
Our law courses were ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching and 2nd in the UK for academic support according to the National Student Survey 2023.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
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Entry Requirements:
Typical Offers:
- 104 UCAS tariff points, BCC at A levels, DMM at BTEC or a Merit in your T-Level.
Additional Requirements:
- English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
Mature Students:
- Welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses.
- Accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.
International Students:
- Please read the entry requirements for your country and contact the admissions team if you have questions.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS - 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any skill)
- Other acceptable qualifications
EU Students:
- May be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency
Non-EU Students:
- Required to provide evidence of English language proficiency meeting the University's minimum standards
Additional Information:
- The University offers pre-sessional English language courses for students who do not meet the required English language level.
- Specific entry requirements for your country can be found on the University's website.
Note:
These are the general entry requirements for the Law (Corporate Law) LLB (Hons) program. Specific entry requirements may vary depending on your chosen start date and other factors. Please refer to the University's website for the most up-to-date information.
