Law (with Foundation Year) LLB (Hons)
Bangor , United Kingdom
Law (with Foundation Year) LLB (Hons)
Prifysgol Bangor University
Law
Program Overview: Law (with Foundation Year) LLB (Hons)
The Law (with Foundation Year) LLB (Hons) at Bangor University is a four-year course with an integrated foundation year that leads to the same qualification as the standard three-year honours degree. It has been specifically designed for those wanting to undertake degree-level study but who may not meet the traditional entry requirements or hold conventional qualifications.
The Foundation Year (Year 0) offers you the chance to expand and strengthen your confidence, skills, and knowledge, ensuring you are well-prepared and qualified to progress into Year 1 of the undergraduate degree. You will benefit from a supportive study environment with a dedicated moot court room, specialist law library, and small class sizes that enable extensive access to your lecturers.
All Bangor LLB degrees are SQE-facing, meaning they contain a pathway allowing you to study the material tested on the Solicitors Qualifying Exam. Throughout your studies, you will acquire academic knowledge and be introduced to the skills required to pursue a legal career, whether as a solicitor, barrister, or in other fields where legal expertise is valued.
Key Program Highlights
- Integrated foundation year providing an accessible pathway into a full LLB Honours degree
- SQE-facing curriculum with a pathway covering Solicitors Qualifying Exam content
- Dedicated moot court room and specialist law library with access to Westlaw and LexisNexis
- Placement Year and International Experience Year options available to enhance your degree
Curriculum and Modules
The Law (with Foundation Year) LLB (Hons) curriculum begins with a foundation year designed to build your academic skills and confidence, before progressing through core legal subjects and exciting optional modules. You will study fundamental areas of legal knowledge while developing practical skills in debating, advocacy, and negotiation through both classroom and extracurricular opportunities.
Learn about how the country is organised and governed, exploring constitutional and administrative law principles that underpin the UK legal system.
Examine punishment, rehabilitation, and the legal framework surrounding criminal behaviour, building a strong understanding of criminal justice principles.
Study how legal agreements are made and operate between individuals and companies, covering formation, terms, breach, and remedies.
Develop essential legal research, writing, and analytical skills that form the foundation for all subsequent legal study and professional practice.
Explore the law of civil wrongs, including negligence, occupiers' liability, and defamation, and learn how individuals can seek compensation for harm suffered.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
The Law (with Foundation Year) programme is designed for students who may not meet the standard entry requirements for the three-year LLB or who wish to re-enter education after time away from study. Bangor University also welcomes applications from mature students, who are considered on individual merit. To apply, please submit your application through Uni4Edu.
Academic Requirements
- UCAS Tariff Points48-80 tariff points from Level 3 qualifications
- A-LevelsMust include a minimum of 2 full A-levels or equivalent; General Studies and Key Skills not accepted
- BTECBTEC qualifications considered in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications
- International BaccalaureateIB Diploma accepted; contact Uni4Edu for specific point requirements
- Mature StudentsMature students and those with non-traditional qualifications are considered on individual merit
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5
- English-Medium EducationMay be waived with evidence of minimum Grade C in high school English or a bachelor degree taught in English
- Other TestsEquivalent qualifications accepted; contact Uni4Edu for details
Required Documents
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Bangor University offers bursaries and scholarships worth over GBP 1,000,000 for new and returning students. International students are automatically considered for several scholarship opportunities when they submit their application through Uni4Edu, with outcomes confirmed in the offer letter.
International Scholarship
Up to GBP 4,000 for Year 1A partial funding scholarship available to all international undergraduate applicants. No separate application is required; candidates are assessed based on course choice, academic performance, personal statement, and references.
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship
Bangor University's flagship scholarship for excellent international students, recognising outstanding academic achievement and potential. Contact Uni4Edu for eligibility details and current award amounts.
Merit Scholarship
Up to GBP 10,000A competitive partial funding scholarship awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students based on performance in the Entrance Scholarship examination. This can be received in addition to other bursary payments.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
A Bangor Law degree opens up career paths in law and many other challenging and rewarding areas. Throughout your studies you will acquire the academic knowledge and practical skills needed to pursue a legal career or enter diverse professional fields where analytical thinking, research, and communication skills are highly valued.
Potential Career Paths
Typical Employer Sectors
Rankings and Recognition
Bangor University has been delivering academic excellence for over 140 years and is consistently recognised in major national and international university rankings. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, 85% of research at Bangor was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, underscoring the university's commitment to high-quality education and research.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Law | National League Tables | Top 50 in UK |
| Agriculture and Forestry | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 150 |
| Psychology | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
| Environmental Sciences | QS World Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
How to Apply
Applying for this program is easy with Uni4Edu. Our team will guide you through every step of the process — from document preparation to final enrolment.
Contact Uni4Edu
Reach out to our team via email or phone. We will assess your profile and confirm your eligibility for this program.
Prepare Your Documents
Our advisors will provide you with a personalised checklist of required documents and help you prepare your application package.
Submit Your Application
Uni4Edu will submit your application on your behalf and keep you updated on its progress throughout the review period.
Receive Your Offer
Once accepted, we will help you understand your offer, arrange visa support if needed, and guide you through the enrolment process.
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