Law, LLB (Hons)

Law at the University of Aberdeen offers a distinctive legal education, emphasising breadth, depth, and quality, with accreditation from the Law Society of Scotland and the Faculty of Advocates. Students benefit from a wide range of subjects, including options to integrate modern European languages or other systems, alongside core areas like criminal, public, private, and EU law. Our program fosters critical thinking through exploration of historical, social, political, and economic influences, supported by enthusiastic staff and practical scenarios. Ranked 5th in the UK for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2022), it includes opportunities for skill development via mock debates, the Law Society, journals, and community clinics, leading to strong career prospects in law and beyond, such as business, media, and government.Assessment methods enhance employability through coursework, practical evaluations, and exams, with honours projects based on dissertations. Modules provide comprehensive coverage for proficiency in relevant subjects. For transfers, applications to UCAS are required for years 1 or 2 of the LLB, excluding the accelerated degree. Graduates should apply to the 2-year accelerated LLB programs, noting specific tuition fees that apply across all study years if chosen.

View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options.