Law

Law is one of the most intellectually rigorous and socially consequential disciplines available at university. It trains you to analyse rules, interpret language, construct arguments, and apply principles to facts, developing habits of mind that are valuable far beyond the legal profession. A qualifying law degree also provides the academic foundation for those who want to enter the profession, covering the foundational subjects in English law that the Solicitors Regulation Authority and Bar Standards Board require.

At Birmingham Newman University, this three-year full-time LLB takes a professionally grounded and values-led approach to legal education. You will explore how legal frameworks influence everyday life and develop the critical thinking and ethical reasoning that the profession demands. The programme is designed for those who are motivated by justice and fairness, making it well suited to students who want to understand the role of law in promoting equity and navigating complex societal challenges.

You will study the core subjects of English law including contract, tort, criminal, public, and property law, developing rigorous legal analysis skills alongside a practical understanding of how law operates in real contexts.

Birmingham Newman's commitment to values-led education reflects a Catholic tradition that places the individual and their moral development at the centre of university life, providing a supportive and purposeful environment for legal study.

Graduates go on to complete professional training to qualify as solicitors through the Solicitors Qualifying Examination, or as barristers through Bar training. Others move into legal support roles, paralegal work, compliance, the civil service, policy, and organisations in the voluntary and public sectors where legal literacy is an asset. The degree is also a foundation for postgraduate study in law, criminology, human rights, or public policy.