The Law LLB (Hons) with a Foundation Year at the University of Chester provides a comprehensive pathway into the legal profession and related careers. This undergraduate degree is ideal for aspiring solicitors, barristers, or legal executives, offering a robust understanding of core legal principles and practical skills. You will explore legal frameworks, criminal justice systems, and wider social contexts, developing essential research and problem-solving abilities. The foundation year ensures you are well-prepared for the rigours of degree-level study, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate complex legal scenarios and societal issues.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, including the preparatory foundation year. You will engage with key areas of law such as Public Law, Contract Law, and Criminal Law, alongside modules focused on practical legal skills and employability. The second year introduces Tort Law and Equity and Trusts, culminating in an experiential law module with placement opportunities. In your final year, you will undertake a major research project, allowing you to specialise in an area of law that interests you. You will graduate with a strong academic foundation and practical experience, prepared for diverse career paths in the legal sector and beyond.