Embark on your journey into the legal profession with the MA Law, a postgraduate degree offered at the University of Bristol. This programme is designed for individuals who have already completed a university-level education and are seeking an accelerated pathway to qualify as a solicitor or barrister. You will engage with foundational legal principles and develop critical analytical skills essential for navigating complex legal challenges. This accelerated Masters degree provides a robust understanding of the seven foundations of legal knowledge, preparing you for the next stages of professional legal training.
You will study this comprehensive MA Law full-time on campus over two years, immersing yourself in a curriculum that includes mandatory units such as Public Law, Law of Contract, Law of Tort, Land Law, and Criminal Law and Criminal Justice. In your second year, you will have the flexibility to choose optional units like Environmental Law or Intellectual Property, tailoring your studies to your interests. You will graduate with the core legal competencies and a solid academic foundation necessary to progress towards the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) or the Bar Practice Course, opening doors to a rewarding career in law.