Law (European and International) LLB

Program Overview

The University of Sheffield's LLB Law (European and International) program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of Common Law, emphasizing European and international legal contexts. Students gain a solid foundation in key legal areas while exploring advanced subjects, international law, and optional modules to tailor their degree to their interests. The program offers a study abroad option, pro bono schemes, and expert faculty, preparing graduates for careers in law and related fields.

Program Outline

The program aims to equip students with a solid foundation in legal knowledge and the principles of comparative law, preparing them for a variety of legal careers.

Objectives:

• Develop a critical understanding of the Common Law of England and Wales.
• Gain a strong grounding in the key areas of law, including foundations of legal knowledge and principles of comparative law.
• Explore advanced subjects and international law.
• Build a degree around personal passions and career aspirations by choosing from modules like International Trade Law, Intellectual Property Law, and Immigration & Asylum Law.
• Develop confidence in mooting, employability workshops, and study skills through the Core Legal and Study Skills module.
• Gain real-world experience through pro bono schemes.
• Graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to start a legal career.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Core Modules:
• Contemporary Issues in Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Criminal Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Law of Obligations (Contract, Torts & Restitution) (20 credits)
• Principles of Comparative Law (20 credits)
• Property Law (Land Law, Equity and Trusts) (20 credits)
• Public Law in the UK and the EU (20 credits)
• Core Legal and Study Skills 1 (CLASS1) (20 credits)

Year 2:

• Core Modules:
• Advanced EU Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Issues in International Law (20 credits)
• Foundations of International Law (20 credits)
• Core Legal and Study Skills 2 (CLASS2) (20 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Advanced Administrative Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Advanced Constitutional Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Criminal Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Advanced Equity & Trusts (20 credits)
• Advanced Land Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Law of Contract (20 credits)
• Advanced Torts Law (20 credits)
• Foundations of Company Law (20 credits)

Year 3:

• Core Module:
• Law Year Abroad (120 credits)

Year 4:

• Core Module:
• Core Legal and Study Skills Final Year (CLASS-FY) (20 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Advanced Administrative Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Advanced Constitutional Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Criminal Law and Justice (20 credits)
• Advanced Equity & Trusts (20 credits)
• Advanced Issues in International Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Land Law (20 credits)
• Advanced Law of Contract (20 credits)
• Advanced Torts Law (20 credits)
• Children and the Law (20 credits)
• Commercial Law (20 credits)
• Competition Law (20 credits)
• Consumer Law (20 credits)
• Corporate Insolvency Law (20 credits)
• Criminal Evidence (20 credits)
• Criminology Research Paper (20 credits)
• Criminology Research Project (20 credits)
• Drugs, Crime and Control (20 credits)
• Employment Law (20 credits)
• Family Law (20 credits)
• Foundations of International Law (20 credits)
• Immigration and Asylum Law (20 credits)
• Intellectual Property Law (20 credits)
• International Trade Law (20 credits)
• Law Research Paper (20 credits)
• Law, Accountability and Government (20 credits)
• Police and Policing in a Global Context (20 credits)
• Principles of Healthcare Law and Ethics (20 credits)
• Responding to Crime and Victimisation (20 credits)
• Special Project: Pro Bono (20 credits)
• Law of Public Companies (20 credits)
• Theoretical Foundations of Criminal Law (20 credits)
• Youth Crime and Justice (20 credits)

Assessment:

The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:

• Coursework (essays and reports)
• Exams
• Presentations (group and independent)

Teaching:

• Methods:
• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Seminars
• Group work
• Independent study involving reading and preparatory work
• Faculty:
• The program is taught by experts in the field of law, including practicing legal professionals.
• The faculty is actively engaged in research, ensuring that students benefit from the latest thinking and teaching.
• Unique Approaches:
• Research-led teaching experience.
• Access to a Moot Court for practicing legal arguments.
• Opportunities to participate in national and international mooting competitions.
• Pro bono schemes for real-world legal experience.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Barrister
• Solicitor
• Judge
• Careers in the criminal justice system
• Managerial professions
• Opportunities:
• The program provides students with the skills and knowledge valued by employers in the legal field.
• Outcomes:
• 97% of School of Law graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-21).

Other:

• The School of Law is located in Bartolomé House, which is close to the University campus.
• Teaching takes place in Bartolomé House and across the University campus.
• The University of Sheffield is ranked number one in the Russell Group for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2023).
• 92% of the University's research is rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
• The University is ranked in the top 50 in the most international universities rankings (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023).
• The University has the number one Students' Union in the UK (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017).
• The University is ranked number one for teaching quality, Students' Union, and clubs/societies (StudentCrowd 2023 University Awards).
• The University is a top 20 university targeted by employers (The Graduate Market in 2023, High Fliers report).

Home students 2024 annual tuition fee £9,250 Overseas students 2024 annual tuition fee £22,680 On completing the application you will be requested by the Law Central Applications Board to pay their registration fee.