Law

Law is the system of rules and principles that govern behaviour in society, and the study of law at degree level is both an intellectual discipline and a preparation for a wide range of professional roles. It encompasses substantive areas of law, the institutions and processes through which law is made and applied, and the broader questions of justice, rights, and legitimacy that give legal rules their meaning and authority. A law degree develops rigorous analytical thinking, precise written expression, and the ability to apply principles to complex and ambiguous facts.

At Teesside University, this part-time programme allows you to develop a legal education alongside other personal or professional commitments. You will study the core areas of English law, including public law and constitutional principles, with particular attention to the relationship between law and the state and the protections available to individuals when public bodies exceed their powers. The programme engages closely with the Human Rights Act 1998 and the European Convention on Human Rights, exploring what these instruments mean for citizens in practice and how public authorities are required to uphold fundamental rights.

You will develop your ability to read and analyse legislation and case law, construct legal arguments, and understand how the courts interpret and develop the law over time.

A law degree opens a wide range of career paths. For those seeking to qualify as solicitors or barristers, further professional training will be required after graduating. Beyond legal practice, law graduates work in public administration, compliance and regulatory roles, policy development, journalism, business, the civil service, and the charitable sector.

The analytical and communication skills the degree develops are highly transferable. Postgraduate study in law, human rights, public policy, or related fields is a well-established route for graduates wishing to specialise further.