Want to make a difference to people’s lives? Fight for what’s right and make a real change in the world? Then Law at Hull is for you.
Here, you don’t just study the fundamentals of commercial, criminal, public and private law. You uncover the social, moral and political roles of law. From how it protects the environment and human rights, to how it applies to new technologies such as AI.
Plus, you gain real-world experience along the way – through mock courtrooms and more – on a degree that's recognised by the Bar Standards Board and Solicitors Regulation Authority.
About this course
Here, you’re a professional-in-the-making from day one. A valued member of a tight-knit legal community.
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.
You'll research and question the law in its social, moral and political contexts, and study specialities such as environmental law, new technologies, criminal justice, international law, commercial law, and family law.
Our Real-World Law module offers a range of pro bono legal opportunities in your second year to put what you've learned into practice. Here, you'll develop your knowledge and experience with law professionals in the workplace and lay the foundations for working with subject experts on a final-year research project of your choice.
Further opportunities to bring your law skills to life include mock trials, Student Law Society mooting and client interviewing competitions. You can also build experience with mini-pupillages at Wilberforce Chambers and internships with local law firms and government. Or work with legal professionals in our Legal Advice Centre.
You could study abroad at one of our highly ranked partner institutions. You’ll have the chance to meet leading names from the world of law at our Annual Law Convention. We also run a Careers in Criminal Justice fair annually, where you’ll have the chance to network with regional and national employers.
You’re guaranteed a place at the University of Law2, which 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.
Want to fight for what's right? So do we.
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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
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
Obligations II - The Law of Contract
Examine contract formation and enforceability, factors that may render a contract void, the interpretation of contractual terms and potential remedies for breach of contract.
compulsory
20 credits
Land Use and Regulation
Develop insight into the issues surrounding the use and regulation of land. You'll cover topics such as co-ownership, leases, and private and public regulation of land use.
compulsory
20 credits
Real-World Law
Developed in partnership with a leading commercial law firm, and taught by practising solicitors, arbitrators, mediators and advocates, you will focus on understanding law in a commercial setting through interactive workshops, finding solutions to legal issues using a range of practical skills.
compulsory
20 credits
Trusts: Managing for Others
This module will introduce you to the legal concept of the trust and help to develop an understanding of the role the device plays in facilitating and regulating the management of wealth for others.
compulsory
20 credits
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Featured academics
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.
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.
Dr Phil Bielby
Lecturer in Law
Phil's research and teaching focus on questions of ethics, human rights and social justice in mental health theory, policy and law, and public mental health ethics.
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 120 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
120 UCAS points
A levels
BBB
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.
If you choose to study a foundation year as part of your course, the fee is £5,760.
Planning a year abroad? This costs £1,430 for UK students.
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.