Gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative system on this unique law course, which includes a 12-month placement in Westminster.
You'll learn to think like a lawyer and apply your knowledge of legal and political science to social problems and challenges on a degree that's recognised by the Bar Standards Board and Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Here, you’re a professional-in-the-making from day one, learning as a valued member of a tight-knit legal community. We offer a personal experience: every student counts. We take the time to get to know you, to develop your individual abilities, help you challenge current thinking and grow in confidence.
About this course
Work for an MP or a peer on a 12-month placement in Westminster as part of this specialised degree.
You’ll gain in-depth exposure to British parliamentary procedures and behaviours as well as a thorough understanding of law and the political system.
We use a range of real-world assessment methods – not just exams. That way, you gain the practical skills and experience you need for whatever career you aspire to.
Learn the legal ropes in our mock courtrooms and work on real cases such as employment tribunals in our Legal Advice Centre. Build your experience through mini-pupillages at Wilberforce Chambers and internships with local law firms and government. Practise legal skills in our Student Law Society’s mooting and client interviewing competitions. Work with subject experts on a final-year research project in a legal topic of your choice. Rub shoulders with leading law firms at our yearly careers convention, too.
You’re guaranteed a place at the University of Law2. This prepares students for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE). And we’ve also partnered with the University of Law to deliver the series of Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) postgraduate courses on campus at Hull, for those who want to go on to professional practice.
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Introduction to Law and its Study
This module provides you with a basic introduction to law and the key skills for studying it. In particular, you'll develop your ability in academic writing, problem solving and research.
compulsory
20 credits
Systems of Justice
Develop your understanding of law as a fundamental social institution. You'll reflect on your understanding of justice, with reference to contemporary social issues.
compulsory
20 credits
Criminal Law
Develop a strong understanding of criminal law in England and Wales. You'll focus on topics like property offences, non-fatal offences against the person, defences and inchoate offences.
compulsory
20 credits
Public and European Law
In this module you'll study the law governing the UK state, the institution of the European Union and the nature of the legal relationship between the UK and the EU.
compulsory
20 credits
British Government
In the age of Brexit who governs Britain? Discover the workings of the British state and where power lies. From the uncodified constitution, the Office of Prime Minister and Cabinet government to Whitehall, English local government, Scottish and Welsh devolution to the great parties of state: the Conservative Party and the Labour Party and the Liberal Democrats. Encounter the traditions, institutions and political parties which govern Britain.
compulsory
20 credits
Introduction to Comparative Politics
This module introduces Comparative Politics, one of the major building blocks for the study of Politics. It introduces “the study of the state” and some of the main concepts used by politics scholars, like political culture, political parties, executives, legislatures and constitutions.
compulsory
20 credits
European Union Law
You'll consider the operation of the internal market and how to access it; the state of Brexit negotiations; and alternative models for continuous partnership with the European Union.
compulsory
20 credits
The Contemporary House of Commons
The Contemporary House of Commons module provides a distinctive opportunity not only to study the role of the House of Commons in the UK political system, but also to engage with practitioners, to develop skills of advocacy and to engage in research of primary sources, and to do so through small-group extended seminars, ensuring continuous engagement with fellow students and with the module leader, who is also parliamentarian.
compulsory
20 credits
Obligations I – The Law of Tort
Study the general framework and key concepts of the law of tort. Among other things, you'll consider the grounds of liability and evaluate the role of tort law in modern society.
compulsory
20 credits
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Our legal academic expertise is addressing intellectual and real-world challenges.
With considerable expertise in restorative justice, civil law, international and public law, our research has always had a strong interest in social and criminal justice.
Professor Lindsay Moir
HK Bevan Chair, Professor of International Law
Lindsay has been awarded British Academy and the Economic and Social Research Council research funding during his career. He also held a visiting position at the International Human Rights Law Institute, Chicago.
Dr Caroline Gibby
Reader and Head of Law
Caroline gained a Law Degree from the University of Liverpool, going on to qualify as a Solicitor in 1990, moving on to different roles with the firms where she worked. Caroline joined the University of Hull as Reader and Head of Law in 2022.
Entry Requirements
What do I need?
When it comes to applying to university, you'll need a certain number of UCAS points. Different qualifications and grades are worth a different amount of points. For this course, you'll need 128 UCAS points.
At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications.
We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.
But it's not just about the grades - we'll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.
Have questions? Our admissions team will be happy to help.
Typical offer
128 UCAS points
A levels
ABB
BTEC
DDM
Fees & Funding
How much is it?
For UK students, our standard course fee is £9,535 per year. Keep in mind that some courses are longer - for example, spending your third year abroad will make your degree four years in total.
How do I pay for it?
You can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the full cost of your course. Once you’ve successfully applied for this, you don’t need to do anything else – the money is sent straight to us.
You can also take out a maintenance loan of up to £10,544 a year to cover your living costs, depending on your household income.
Remember, you won’t start paying your loans back until you’ve left university and earn more than £25,000 per year.
See our full fees and funding information for more details and to find out what support we can offer.
Standard Tuition Fee
£9,535 / year
The amount you pay may increase each year, in line with inflation - but capped to the Retail Price Index.
Future prospects
Our LLB programmes include the foundations of legal knowledge, which are essential for going into legal practice. The skills and knowledge you’ll gain are also highly sought after by a range of employers inside and outside the legal field.
We’ve partnered with the University of Law who deliver a series of Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) postgraduate courses on campus at Hull, for those who want to go on to professional practice.
Our graduates form a wide network around the world. Our graduates go on to roles including solicitor, barrister, legal executive, MP, civil servant and political researcher.
There are also so many of our graduates now working in Westminster that they’ve affectionately become known as 'the Hull Mafia'.
Become part of the next generation of futuremakers
Like what you've seen? Then it's time to apply.
The standard way is to apply through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skills qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing us with your academic qualifications.
Not ready to apply yet?
Visit our next Open Day, and see all that Hull has to offer for yourself. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.
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All modules presented on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.