This course will give you a comprehensive understanding of the law and its place in the criminal justice system. In the first two years you’ll build firm foundations by studying the fundamentals of the law, taking modules that include the Legal System and Legal Methods, and Constitutional and Administrative Law.

As you progress into your second and final years, you’ll study aspects of civil and criminal law, along with modules in Human Rights and European Union Law.

For International Relations, you’ll begin with an introductory course in International Studies, with the option of International Organisation and Global Governance or International Relations Theory in your second year. For the final year you’ll take the Politics of Global Powers module.

As well as learning about your subject, you’ll also gain other key skills such as the ability to research, to communicate effectively and to think analytically – qualities much in demand by potential employers whatever career path you choose.

Teaching methods vary throughout the course, but include lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops and individual supervision, supported by digital materials, notes and handbooks.

You’ll be given practical assignments and will be expected to prepare and give presentations in front of your fellow students. For some of the law elements you’ll have the chance to learn through moots and mock trials in our own chambers, where you’ll take part in simulated legal arguments.
 
Studying at university is more demanding than school or college. Outside formal teaching times you’ll need to be motivated to earn your degree by undertaking a lot of independent study.

We organise guest lectures, conferences and other events, giving you the chance to enhance your learning and build a professional network. If you take advantage of these activities and play an active role in student societies, you’ll find that the more you put in, the more you get out.

You’ll be encouraged to volunteer or do work experience to give you new experiences and learn in ways that academic study alone can’t give you.

Many law students volunteer at our highly popular community Legal Advice Centre, working alongside solicitors to give advice to local residents on real legal problems.

Graduates in Law with International Relations gain skills and knowledge that are high demand from employers across a range of different fields.

Many of our students go on to enjoy successful careers as solicitors after completing their legal studies through the Legal Practice Course (LPC) and obtaining a training contract with a law firm.

Some become barristers, going on to take the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and then obtaining Pupillage in barristers’ chambers. This can lead to a tenancy as a self-employed barrister, or you can practise as an employed barrister.

Other students use their legal knowledge and the other skills and qualities they develop at UEL to pursue different careers. Communication skills, such as writing, speaking and presenting, and the ability to analyse and evaluate information are in demand by employers.

Other career options include:
    • General management roles in the private or voluntary sectors, e.g. in finance, insurance, media or education
    • Teaching or journalism
    • Public administration, e.g. in local government housing, planning or legal departments
    • Paralegal or legal executive work in a variety of sectors.

Some students go on to postgraduate study or work in the voluntary/charity sector.