Law (Philosophy, Politics and Law Pathway), LLB (Hons), with industry placement

This LLB in Law (Philosophy, Politics and Law Pathway) equips students with advanced analytical skills essential for modern legal practice. Top lawyers benefit from understanding the philosophical foundations of law, enabling critical thinking, abstract reasoning, and creative problem-solving—skills increasingly sought by employers amid technological advancements. The programme covers core legal areas such as public law, criminal law, contract law, tort law, land law, and equity and trusts. Students explore deeper societal and political dimensions of law through optional modules, fostering knowledge of legal reform and its societal impact. Additionally, opportunities for professional training placements, pro bono activities, and progression to an LLM enhance employability.The Philosophy, Politics and Law Pathway requires at least 90 credits from specified modules, including topics like Law and Contemporary Social Issues, Jurisprudence, and a dissertation. The curriculum progresses from compulsory modules in the first year to a mix of core and optional modules in subsequent years, allowing for specialization while maintaining a strong foundation in law.

To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure, assessment methods, contact hours and Graduate prospects. Academic year structure The academic year is divided into two semesters which are both 15 weeks long. Each semester consists of teaching, revision/directed learning and assessment periods. The Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL) Pathway explores the same compulsory modules as the LLB in Law, including Public, Tort, Crime, Contract, EU, Land, Equity & Trusts. To complete the requirements of the PPL Pathway, you must complete a sufficient number of optional modules from the specified list of PPL modules (equal to at least 90 credits or six modules). Upon completion of this Pathway, you will receive a recognised LLB degree, but one that also signals your PPL specialism to prospective employers. An indicative list of modules that count toward the minimum of 90 credits required for the PPL Pathway (subject to change) are: Year 2: • Law & Contemporary Social Issues (15 credits) • Law & Economics (15 credits) • Environmental Law (15 credits). Year 3: • Dissertation in a PPL topic (30 credits) • Commercial Restitution (15 credits) • Jurisprudence I (15 credits) • Legal Obligation and Punishment (15 credits) • Medical Law I (15 credits) • Medical Law II (15 credits) • Core Issues in Private Law (15 credits) • Tax Law (15 credits). Expected progression through the PPL Pathway: In Year 1, you will take eight compulsory 15 credit modules just as other LLB students. In Year 2, you will take three core compulsory modules and one optional module in each semester. The options available include several modules on the PPL Pathway. You may then decide to gain work experience through our award-winning Professional Training placement programme, or else progress straight to final year. In your final year, you will take four optional modules each semester, which include a number of options from the list of PPL approved modules.