Law
Law is a fascinating subject, with a great tradition and a dynamic future. It’s a foundation stone of society and plays an increasingly important and visible role in virtually all areas of modern life. Social and environmental responsibilities, business operations and international codes of conduct are all determined and upheld by legal systems.
Where to start in Law
If you are just getting started in undergraduate law we recommend starting with either of our Level 1 courses listed below;
- An introduction to law in contemporary Scotland (W150)
- Rules, rights and justice: an introduction to law (W100)
Worried about your ability? Or the time it will take? If you're a UK resident you can start with one of our Openings courses: short courses with lots of support and no exams, giving you a gradual introduction to your subject and the world of studying.
Don't forget that if you need help considering options you can talk to an adviser. And if you have some previous study experience you may qualify for credit transfer.
Degrees
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Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Highly regarded, this degree will enable you to pursue a career in the legal professions or improve your legal understanding in your current career. -
Open degree
The BA/BSc Open Degree provides a flexible way to combine a range of courses from different subjects either to suit your particular career or personal interests, or to complete studies you have started elsewhere.
Diplomas
Certificates
Courses in Law
See the list of all our individual courses in Law.
Postgraduate options
If you already have a degree, you may want to see postgraduate courses and qualifications in Law.
Spotlight on Law
A career change to law
Got a degree already, and thinking of a career change? As a graduate you could claim up to 120 credit points from your previous degree, needing to complete just four compulsory law courses. You could do a course a year for four years, and collect the Diploma in English law (E06) on the way to your Law degree (LLB) (B05), which would then count as a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD).
An alternative to 'traditional' university
You could avoid large debts by staying at home to study law full time with the Open University, and doing 120 points a year for three years. You could graduate with a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) at the same time as friends who’ve gone away to university, and go straight onto the vocational stage of your legal training without the burden of debt.
A fresh start in law
No qualifications at all, but thinking of improving your job prospects? You could study a law course (60 points) each year for six years, picking up a Certificate in Legal Studies (C77) and a Diploma in English Law (E06) on the way. If you graduate within six years of starting your studies your law degree could constitute a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD), and it’ll clearly demonstrate your independence, determination and commitment.
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