Course Overview
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Course summary
Studying Law at Westminster will place you on a pathway to excellence. From your first day with us, you will be encouraged to express your ideas, voice, and identity through legal endeavour. In addition to teaching core legal skills, you will study new and emerging areas of law and legal practice, to help you stay ahead. Throughout your degree, you can define your learning pathway by choosing from a large number of specialist modules.
This open, diverse intellectual environment helps you grow and develop as an individual. You will see Law in practice and hone your skills through opportunities to work within our integrated legal advice clinic, work alongside world-famous legal academics and research centres, and follow professional pathways to prepare you for future practice.
But it’s not just our broad and creative curriculum that sets us apart; it’s also our way of teaching. Your learning will be seminar-based, interactive and immersive. These small learning groups provide a vibrant, safe, and supportive environment through which you can develop your voice.
Whether you’re aiming for the Bar, to become a solicitor, or enter the law profession in a broader field, this course will help you develop the immersive, professional skills you need to make your mark on the legal world.
Top reasons to study with us
- With a large choice of specialist modules from your first year, you take control of your learning pathway. Our broad and creative curriculum integrates research and professional skills, enabling you to align your learning with professional practice or research.
- By employing a range of teaching methods (including seminars, interactive lectures, tutorials, and one-to-one sessions), you will learn in a supportive, collaborative environment to encourage you to find your voice
- Your degree is intellectually aligned for SQE1 and SQE2 and preparation for the Bar
- Regular events with alumni and opportunities to participate in student partnership roles enhance and deepen your learning opportunities
- Access to our Careers and Employability Service and College Placements Team and the opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience working with our Legal Advice Clinic
- You have the option to add an international element to your degree by studying with one of our overseas partners during your degree
- We are located in vibrant central London, where the law happens
Course structure
Our varied, authentic, and inclusive means of assessment allow you to demonstrate the same competencies, or combinations of knowledge, skills, and attitudes, that you will need to apply in your future professional life.
In your last year with us, you participate in a distinctive element of the Law School experience at Westminster - the unique opportunity to reflect creatively on your learning journey with us in a final-year show.
The contents of this course are the same, whether you study full-time or part-time. Please note, Level 4 corresponds to Year 1 of the full-time version of the course, Level 5 corresponds to Year 2, Level 6 corresponds to Year 3
The following subjects are indicative of what you will study on this course.
Subjects of study include:
Core modules
- Guided Project
- Legal Systems, Cultures and Ideas
- Private Law
- Criminal Law
- Public Law
Option modules
- Cinematic Justice
- Criminal Justice: Crime and Punishment
- Introduction to Legal Practice
- Introduction to Rights and the Law
- Islamic Law in Context
- Law and Social Media
- Mooting and Advocacy
- People, Culture and Property
- Race and the Law
Credit Level 4
Subjects of study include:
Core modules
- Professional Practice: Project
- Professional Practice: Skills
- Business Law
- Property Law
Option modules
- Adjudication and Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Child Protection Law and Policy
- Civil Law and Legal Systems
- Climate Change and the Law: International and National Perspectives
- Consumer Law
- Criminology and the Law
- European Law: Contemporary Legal Issues
- Introduction to Human Rights Law
- Introduction to Public International Law
- Law and Culture
- Law and Mental Health
- Law and Social Justice
- Law and Sport in Contemporary Society
- Legal Psychology
- Legal Theory and Diversity
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Rethinking Criminal Justice
- The Psychology of Legal Practice
Credit Level 5
Study Abroad Year
You can spend an additional year of study abroad at our partner institutions around the world. You'll study for 120 additional credits through the two Law Study Abroad modules.
Find out more about the costs involved in taking a study abroad or placement year.
Subjects of study include:
Core modules
- Professional Legal Practice: Knowledge, Ethics and Transactions
- Professional Legal Research: Advanced Project
Option modules
- Advanced Criminal Law
- Advanced Property Law
- Clinical Legal Practice: Case Management and Progression
- Clinical Legal Practice: Interviewing and Advising
- Commercial Law
- Competition Law
- Creative Artists in the Entertainment Industry: Issues, Problems and Solutions
- Criminal Procedure and Evidence
- Critical Environmental Law
- Critical Project in Law
- Disability: Law, Society and Practice
- Employment Law
- Entertainment Law: Theory and Practice
- Equality Law
- Family Law and Family Justice
- Human Rights: Contexts and Controversies
- International Law and Global Challenges
- International Law, Peace, Conflict and Security
- Law of International Trade
- Media Law
- New Legal Thinking: Theory, Philosophy, Justice
- Protecting Human Rights in the UK
- Race, Gender, Sexuality and the Law
- Religion, Law and Society
- Sustainability in Law and Policy
- The Law of Intellectual Property
Credit Level 6
Professional recognition
Your degree is designed to provide a high-quality legal education that is intellectually aligned with both SQE1 and SQE2. It meets the requirements of the Bar Standards Board and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives.
Studying Law with us
For more details on course structure, modules, teaching and assessment Download the programme specification (PDF).
To request an accessible version please email [email protected]
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Careers
Our innovative modules, research and real-world experience help you develop the knowledge and practical skills you need for a variety of roles within the legal profession and broader community.
Learn from our graduates
You will benefit from many of our alumni who become student mentors. The diversity of their input into our Legal Skills Academy gives you a unique insight into the Law as a profession, helping you prepare and develop as an individual for your legal career and achieve your goals.
Specialist workshops and events
Our flexible learning approach is designed to maximise your employability. Through specialist workshops, events, and networking opportunities, you will be given the support you need to succeed in your chosen pathway.
Practise in a real-world environment
Understanding the theory of Law is essential, but having the experience of implementing your learning in real-world situations is priceless. By working with our Law School’s Legal Advice Clinic, your understanding will gain a valuable new dimension.
Industry links
Preparing for a successful legal career demands a deep academic understanding, an individual voice, and the practical skills gained from working and helping your community.
You will benefit from valuable networking opportunities forged from the strong links our Law School has with the legal profession, including partnerships with alumni, leading figures in the industry and professional bodies, including:
- Goldsmiths Chambers
- Government Legal Profession
- Kingsley Napley LLP
- Sir Richard Arnold
- SEO London
- Sheridans
- Tuckers Solicitors
Plus, in association with our student law society, you’ll have access to career and subject-specialist workshops and events.
Graduate employers
Graduates from this course have found employment at organisations including:
- Barclays Bank
- Financial Ombudsman Service
- Kingsley Napley LLP
- Latham and Watkins LLP
- Mackrell Solicitors
- Serious Fraud Office
- Sheridans
- Westkin Associates
- Winckworth Sherwood LLP
Job roles
This course will prepare you for roles in a variety of areas, including:
- Barrister
- Solicitor
- Legal Clerk
- Paralegal
- Legal Executive
- Business careers
- Accountancy
- Civil Service
- Education
- Local government
International Opportunities
Many of our courses offer international study and work experiences, and the University provides other global opportunities that all students can apply for - so whatever you're studying, you'll have the chance to go abroad.
Opportunities could include:
- Taking part in semester or year-long exchanges at institutions around the world
- Attending an international summer school or field trip
- Developing your CV through volunteering or work placements abroad
International experience broadens horizons, boosts self-confidence, and improves global understanding, alongside being fantastic for your career.
Find out more about our international opportunities, including funding options and where you can go.
Course Leader
Dr Marloes Spreeuw
Principal Lecturer
Course Team
- Dr Giannis Keramidas - Assistant Head of School
- Jane Stonestreet - Principal Lecturer
- Jeanette Nicholas - Associate Head - LAS - ER
- Avis Whyte - Senior Research Fellow
- Susan Collins - Senior Lecturer
- Dr Sylvie Bacquet - Principal Lecturer
- Seema Kandelia - Senior Lecturer
- Dr Stephanie Roberts - Senior Lecturer
- Dr Simon Thorpe - Lecturer
- Daniela Muth - Lecturer
- Dr Nicolette Busuttil - Lecturer
Meet the Head of Westminster Law School
Why study this course?
Hands-on legal experience
By integrating work within our legal advice clinic, research centres and workshops into your studies, you will graduate with the practical skills and knowledge to hit the ground running.
Be part of our community
At Westminster, you’re not just a student; you’re part of a family. Our small learning groups, personal academic tutors and student partnership roles combine to create a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Control your learning pathway
Take control of your learning pathway from the outset. Our flexible approach means you can tailor your future development to match your goals and aspirations within your chosen profession.
Entry Requirements
- A Levels – BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points)
- T levels – 112 UCAS Tariff points
- International Baccalaureate – 112 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM
- BTEC Diploma – D*D*
- Access – 112 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course
In addition to one of the above, you should have:
- GCSE English Language grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher Level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C – IB grade 4
If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with at least 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in the other components.
We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combination of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
Direct entry
Direct entry to Year 2 or 3 is only possible in exceptional circumstances, if you have already successfully completed a course compatible with Year 1, or Year 1 and 2 of our LLB. You must have entry qualifications comparable to those needed to enrol at Credit Level 4 at Westminster. We may not be able to make a decision until all your previous results are available.
Direct entrants should have achieved a minimum average of 65 per cent in all modules (not including pass/fail modules) prior to their application to transfer.
Admission to Year 3 is rarely granted. Students at this stage of the course should check their proposed programme of study with the appropriate professional body to ensure that they are eligible for transfer.
View more information about our entry requirements and the application process
- International Baccalaureate – 112 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. You can refer to the UCAS calculator to determine your point score
- We accept a wide range of international high school level qualifications. Please see information on Country-specific entry requirements
- We work in partnership with Kaplan International College London who provide International Foundation Certificate courses for students who don’t meet our entry requirements. Upon successful completion, you can progress to your chosen degree at the University of Westminster. Find out about a range of university preparation courses that are accepted for entry.
English language requirements
- If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in the other components. Please note we accept a wide range of English language qualifications and assessments. Find out more at English language requirements.
- If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, then we offer online and on campus pre-sessional English programmes to help develop your English language skills to the required level before you start your course. Find out more about our pre-sessional English programmes.
More information
Direct entry
Direct entry to Year 2 or 3 is only possible in exceptional circumstances, if you have already successfully completed a course compatible with Year 1, or Year 1 and 2 of our LLB. You must have entry qualifications comparable to those needed to enrol at Credit Level 4 at Westminster. We may not be able to make a decision until all your previous results are available.
Direct entrants should have achieved a minimum average of 55 per cent in all modules (not including pass/fail modules) prior to their application to transfer.
Admission to Year 3 is rarely granted. Students at this stage of the course should check their proposed programme of study with the appropriate professional body to ensure that they are eligible for transfer.
What our students say
Jifree Cader
Law LLB
The work placement module we did made sure that we went out and got 100 hours' work experience.
Talking to friends and colleagues from other universities, they didn't have the work placement opportunities that I had or the advice and support we had through the application process - that really sets Westminster apart.
Mateusz Bernatek
Law LLB
There were many great things about the course, but if I had to name one it would have to be the teachers. They're wonderful academics with very varied experience, but most importantly passion for what they do.
Many of our teachers were practising solicitors or barristers, and provided us with inside knowledge straight from the industry.
Yvonne Dang
Law LLB
The University and the course lived up to my expectations. I had a good range of modules to choose from for my options in every single year of my degree, which allowed me to tailor my degree to my interests early on.
I was also pleased with the relatively small groups for classes, as it meant closer interaction with the law tutors.
Learn new skills
Learn a new language
From Arabic to Spanish, you can learn a new language alongside your degree with our Polylang programme.
Develop your entrepreneurial skills
Our award-winning Westminster Enterprise Network offers industry networking events, workshops, one-to-one business advice and support for your startup projects.
Gain extra qualifications
We provide access to free online courses in Adobe and Microsoft Office applications, as well as thousands of specialist courses on LinkedIn Learning.
Fees and Funding
UK tuition fee: £1,540 (Price per 20-credit module)
When you have enrolled with us, your annual tuition fees will remain the same throughout your studies with us. We do not increase your tuition fees each year.
Find out how we set our tuition fees.
Funding
As well as tuition fee loans, there is a range of funding available to help you fund your studies.
Find out about undergraduate student funding options.
Scholarships
The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and we offer a variety of scholarships to eligible undergraduate students, which cover all or part of your tuition fees.
Find out if you qualify for one of our scholarships.
Additional costs
See what you may need to pay for separately and what your tuition fees cover.
International tuition fee: £2,830 (Price per 20-credit module)
When you have enrolled with us, your annual tuition fees will remain the same throughout your studies with us. We do not increase your tuition fees each year.
Find out how we set our tuition fees.
EU Qualifications Welcome Award Scheme
If you are an international student accepted on an undergraduate programme starting in September 2024 or September 2025 at level 3 (Foundation) or level 4 (first year) on the basis of an eligible EU qualification only, you will be awarded a tuition fee reduction which will align your fee more closely to the one for UK students. For more information, see the EU Qualifications Welcome Award Scheme.
International student funding
Find out about funding for international students.
Additional costs
See what you may need to pay for separately and what your tuition fees cover.
Teaching and Assessment
Below you will find how learning time and assessment types are distributed on this course. The graphs below give an indication of what you can expect through approximate percentages, taken either from the experience of previous cohorts, or based on the standard module diet where historic course data is unavailable. Changes to the division of learning time and assessment may be made in response to feedback and in accordance with our terms and conditions.
How you'll be taught
Teaching methods across all our undergraduate courses focus on active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application. Learning typically falls into three broad categories:
- Scheduled hours: examples include lectures, seminars, practical classes, workshops, supervised time in a studio
- Placement: placement hours normally include placement opportunities, but may also include live projects or virtual activity involving employers
- Independent study: non-scheduled time in which students are expected to study independently. This may include preparation for scheduled sessions, follow-up work, wider reading or practice, completion of assessment tasks, or revision
How you'll be assessed
Our undergraduate courses include a wide variety of assessments.
Assessments typically fall into three broad categories:
- Practical: examples include presentations, videos, podcasts, lab work, creating artefacts
- Written exams: end of semester exams
- Coursework: examples include essays, reports, in-class tests, portfolios, dissertation
Data from the academic year 2022/23
Supporting you
Our Student Hub is where you’ll find out about the services and support we offer, helping you get the best out of your time with us.
- Study support — workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
- Personal tutors — support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
- Student advice team — provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
- Extra-curricular activities — volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more
Course Location
Our Regent Campus is composed of three sites, situated on and around Regent Street – one of the most famous and vibrant streets in London.
Little Titchfield Street is the home of Westminster Law School and, as part of our Regent Campus, benefits from a central London location. The facilities include a full-size mock courtroom, high-tech learning spaces, a pro-bono clinic and a 382-seat lecture theatre.
For more details, visit our locations page.
Contact us
Call our dedicated team on:
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