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Join a Law School where every student counts. At Hull we take the time to get to know you, supporting you to build your legal skills and grow in confidence.
Gain professional experience with paid internship opportunities and the chance to work on real cases in our Legal Advice Centre and Mediation Centre.
We’ve been training legal professionals since 1927. It’s time for you to become part of that tradition and join the network of Hull Law graduates that stretches across the globe.
You’ll join a tight-knit legal community and be taught by academics whose expertise is influencing policy and addressing real-world challenges.
Hone your legal skills taking part in ‘trials’ in our mock courtrooms.
We offer much more than degree. Here you’re a trainee legal professional from day one.
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Want to make a difference to people’s lives? Fight for what’s right and make a real change in the world? Then The Law School 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.

  • 95.4% of students

    in work or further study 15 months after graduating 1

  • Work on real cases

    in our Legal Advice Centre

  • Free access to hundreds

    of law textbooks and resources

  • Practice the real thing

    in a mock courtroom

  • This course is

    recognised by the Bar Standards Board

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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 for students 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, 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 University of Law,2 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.

Scheduled study hours and how you’re assessed

Throughout your degree, you’re expected to study for 1,200 hours per year. That’s based on 200 hours per 20 credit module. And it includes scheduled hours, time spent on placement and independent study. How this time is divided across the year varies and depends on the module you are studying.

How you'll be assessed depends on the course you study, and the modules you choose. You may be assessed through a mix of examinations, coursework, presentations and group projects.

Choose your modules

Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.

Preparing for Learning in Higher Education

This module is designed to give you the best possible start to your university studies, making sure you have all the essential skills you need to succeed. Through lectures and workshops we will teach you how to write in an academic style, how to find quality sources, how to reference work, culminating in writing up a mini-research project.

Core•20 credits

Research in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Education

This module will equip you with the necessary skills to conduct and analyse research in a specific interest, supported by academics within your subject. You'll navigate through the research process, from identifying an area of interest to presenting their findings to your peers.

Core•20 credits

Introduction to Society and Culture in Context

You will generate synergies from previous modules and develop a greater knowledge and understanding of how research is undertaken within your intended academic specialism.

Core• credits

Group Challenge (Humanities)

Formulate and execute a group led enquiry into texts, cultural artifacts, film, music or dance. You'll explore their topics in groups at supervised workshops and develop questions on the cultural object relates to the living world of human experience, as well as developing your own methods to answer these questions.

Optional•20 credits

Foundation in Data Analysis

Develop a strong foundation in data collection and analysis. This module will introduce you to qualitative and quantitative data and how to analyse it; the collection of primary and secondary data; the production of high quality graphics; and report writing.

Optional•20 credits

Academic Writing Skills

Developing confidence in expression, oral as well as written, is a key feature of this module, which also aims to familiarise you with submission and assessment procedures in the context of Higher Education. This is a clear building block onto your degree programme and places you at a distinct advantage when you move into the following year.

Optional•20 credits
6 Modules

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
6 Modules

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

Environmental Law

What can environmental lawyers do for the protection of the environment? What do we mean by “environment” and how can its protection affect our everyday lives? What steps would you take in advising a senior UN official on environmental policy reform, or your grandmother on her right to a healthy, sustainable environment? Offering a comprehensive analysis of environmental law, this course gives you the skills to be part of the environmental-safeguarding narrative of our world.

Compulsory•20 credits

Administrative Law and Human Rights Protection

Examine how the law shapes and controls the exercise of public power and protects human rights, including the right to equality.

Optional•20 credits

Criminal Justice

Discover the aims and values of our criminal justice system and assess whether they're upheld. Topics include stop and search powers, miscarriages of justice and detention time limits.

Optional•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. 

Optional•20 credits

Comparative Law

This module covers the theoretical basis of comparative law. You'll study the relationship between different legal systems, and rules, as well as examining the particular aspects of different foreign legal systems through a series of case studies.

Optional•20 credits

International Law

You’ll consider the nature and purposes of international law and the international legal system, as well as its relationship with domestic law.

Optional•20 credits

Punishment, Justice and the Law

Examine the theories of punishment that justify imprisonment and other forms of punishment imposed by the law. You will use those theories to critically evaluate the way that the criminal justice system works and advise the court in a sentencing scenario.

Optional•20 credits
10 Modules

Capstone Project (Law)

Conduct your own Independent research project on a complex real life legal problem and share your findings with others. In this module, you will work in groups to explore and present the challenges of planning a research topic under the guidance of an academic supervisor. You will present the challenges of planning a research project in a group video. This module will help you to enhance your critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills.

Compulsory•40 credits

Criminal Evidence

Learn how the law balances the defendant's interests, with respect for victims and witnesses. Topics include the right to a fair trial and the process of collecting evidence.

Optional•20 credits

The Law of Armed Conflict

This module explores the approach of international law to the regulation of the resort to force by States (including the general prohibition contained within the UN Charter, self-defence and Security Council authorisation), and to the regulation of hostilities in the context of those armed conflicts which continue to occur.

Optional•20 credits

UK and Transnational Commercial Law

This module is ideal for anyone considering a career in commercial law and international business transactions. It covers the UK law on the sale of goods and the United Nations Convention on Contracts for International Sale of Goods.

Optional•20 credits

Law Clinic

Experience law in practice, advising real clients with real problems, researching legal issues and writing letters of advice under the supervision of professionally-qualified members of staff.

Optional•20 credits

Law of Business Organisations

Law plays a vital role in the creation, operation and regulation of business organisations. You'll study the way the law facilitates the creation and operation of partnerships and private companies, as well as the regulation that is imposed upon them.

Optional• credits

Medical Law and Ethics

Get to grips with controversial issues which often make the headlines. You'll explore the ethical conflicts behind the legal principles of topics including abortion and assisted dying.

Optional•20 credits

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Examine the historical and theoretical context of alternative dispute resolution, focusing especially on mediation. You'll then explore mediation skills via workshops based around role-play scenarios.

Optional•20 credits

Family Law

This module covers the study of relationship formation and breakdown, the cohabiting family, same sex relationships, the financial aspects of relationship breakdown and children. You'll experience applying the practical aspects of family law to problem questions.

Optional•20 credits

Sex(uality), Gender and the Law

Develop a critical overview of key aspects in the field of sex, sexuality, gender, religion and the law. You'll explore opportunities for the study and evaluation of the latest research, enhancing your understanding of inclusion, exclusion and the situatedness of knowledge.

Optional•20 credits

Global Human Rights

This module centres on exploring and understanding the UN, European, African, and Islamic/Arab League human rights systems, also covering related global issues such as terrorism.

Optional•20 credits

Employment Law

Explore the role of law in the workplace. You'll consider the protection offered by employment law, work contracts, remedies available to wronged workers and discrimination in the workplace.

Optional•20 credits

Law and New Technologies

The development, use and application of technology within the legal services sector is an important feature of the 21st century. In this module you will gain the skills, knowledge and understanding of the nature of technology and its use and application of law, meeting the challenges and opportunities of the 4th Industrial Revolution.

Optional•20 credits

Dissertation (Law)

You will make an original contribution to research by designing, carrying out and writing up your own project on a topic you choose, supported by your dissertation supervisor.

Optional•20 credits
14 Modules

For those who choose to pursue the European Legal Studies programme will spent the third year of the programme at one of our partner universities in France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, or Spain.

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Entry requirements

What do I need?

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.

What do I need?

If you require a student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.

See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull.

If your English currently does not reach the University’s required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.

Visit your country page to find out more about our entry requirements.

Fees & funding

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme. There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make:

  • Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
  • Optional field trips
  • Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
  • Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
  • Student visas (international students)
  • Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and computers on campus, but you may want your own)
  • Printing and photocopying
  • Professional-body membership
  • Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme. There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make:

  • Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
  • Optional field trips
  • Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
  • Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
  • Student visas (international students)
  • Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and computers on campus, but you may want your own)
  • Printing and photocopying
  • Professional-body membership
  • Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

Our 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.

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Christopher Bovis Professor of Business Law at University of Hull
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Professor Christopher Bovis

Christopher is an internationally renowned specialist in public sector management, public procurement and public private partnerships. His research has influenced parliamentary debate, scrutiny and brought responsible change at government level.

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Legal Advice Centre

Work on real cases advising members of the community in our Legal Advice Centre. Your chance to make a huge difference to people’s lives and get a head start over other graduates.

Mock Courtrooms

Learn the legal ropes in our mock courtrooms. Our mock criminal law courtroom includes a dock for ‘the accused’, witness box, jury area, public gallery and Judge’s chamber.

Brynmor Jones Library

Our 7-storey library is home to 1 million+ books, extensive digital resources drawn from libraries and archives across the world, and stunning panoramic views of the city from the 7th floor.

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Future prospects

We’ve been teaching Law at Hull since the University was founded in 1927 and our Law graduates form a wide network around the world.

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 employers inside and outside of the legal field – so you’ll open up a whole range of careers.

Hull graduates go on to careers as solicitors, barristers and legal executives. Or they work in areas outside of the legal profession like politics, teaching, the civil service, financial services, HM Armed Forces and more.

We’re 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. Find out more about the partnership and its benefits here.

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1. 95.4% employability (Law) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2021/22, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency June 2024.

2. Subject to meeting University of Law entry requirements.

All modules presented on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.

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