Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons)
Bangor , United Kingdom
Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons)
Prifysgol Bangor University
Law and Modern Languages
Program Overview: Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons)
The Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons) at Bangor University allows you to study a modern language — French, Italian, Spanish, German, or Chinese — alongside core law modules. This unique combination equips you with legal expertise and multilingual competence, preparing you for careers in international law, diplomacy, and cross-border commerce. You can choose to study your chosen language as a complete beginner or as an intermediate learner.
Bangor's LLB degrees are SQE-facing, meaning the programme contains a pathway that covers the material tested on the Solicitors Qualifying Exam, giving you a clear route toward qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales. The degree also prepares you for the Bar Professional Training Course if you wish to pursue a career as a barrister. This programme is additionally recognised by the Bar Council of India.
Situated between the mountains of Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Strait, Bangor University offers an intimate learning environment with small class sizes and dedicated academic support. The School of Law features its own state-of-the-art replica courtroom where you can gain practical advocacy experience through mooting competitions and mock trials.
Key Program Highlights
- Study one of five modern languages (French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Chinese) with beginner or intermediate entry routes available
- SQE-facing degree providing a direct pathway to qualifying as a solicitor in England and Wales
- Access to a dedicated moot courtroom for practical advocacy training and simulated court proceedings
- Small class sizes allowing personalised attention from experienced bilingual legal academics
Curriculum and Modules
The Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons) combines foundational legal knowledge with progressive language study across three years. Each year comprises 120 credits, blending compulsory law modules with your chosen modern language pathway. The curriculum addresses British, European, and global dimensions of contemporary legal development.
Public Law
20 creditsExamines the constitutional and administrative framework of the United Kingdom, including the separation of powers, parliamentary sovereignty, judicial review, and the protection of fundamental rights under the Human Rights Act.
Criminal Law
20 creditsExplores the principles of criminal liability, examining key offences and defences, the theory of punishment, and the rehabilitation of individuals who break the law within the English and Welsh legal system.
Contract Law
20 creditsCovers the formation, terms, and enforcement of legally binding agreements between parties, including remedies for breach and the evolving role of contract law in commercial and consumer contexts.
Tort Law
20 creditsAnalyses the law of civil wrongs including negligence, occupiers' liability, nuisance, and defamation, focusing on the principles governing compensation and liability for harm caused to others.
Land Law
20 creditsInvestigates the legal principles governing property ownership, interests in land, co-ownership, leases, mortgages, and the registration system that underpins real property transactions in England and Wales.
Modern Language (Chosen Language)
40 credits per yearDevelops linguistic competence and cultural understanding in your chosen modern language through progressive study at beginner or intermediate level, building toward a working professional competency.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
Bangor University welcomes applications from students across the United Kingdom and internationally. The Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons) offers both a main language route (for those with prior language study) and a beginners' route (no previous language experience required). All applications are processed through Uni4Edu.
Academic Requirements
- A-LevelsTypical offer including grade C in a relevant modern language for the main route; no language required for the beginners' pathway
- BTECNational/Extended Diploma: MMP to DMM, considered in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications
- International BaccalaureateIB Diploma including grade H5 in relevant modern language for the main route; no language required for beginners' pathway
- Scottish HighersMinimum of 5 Scottish Highers; some subject-specific grades or Advanced Highers may be required
- International QualificationsSchool leaving qualifications and college diplomas accepted from countries worldwide, subject to minimum English language requirements
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.0 with no individual component below 5.5 (contact Uni4Edu to confirm current requirements)
- Pearson PTE AcademicEquivalent score accepted; contact Uni4Edu for current details
- Other TestsCambridge English, TOEFL, and other recognised English language qualifications are accepted; contact Uni4Edu for specifics
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
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 each year. International students are automatically considered for institutional scholarships upon application, and several additional funding opportunities are available. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on funding options tailored to your circumstances.
Bangor University International Scholarship
Up to GBP 4,000 (undergraduate)Available to all international fee-paying undergraduate students. No separate application is required — candidates are automatically considered based on course choice, academic performance, personal statement, and references.
Bangor Merit Scholarship
Up to GBP 10,000Awarded to high-achieving students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. Available to both undergraduate and postgraduate international students based on competitive selection criteria.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Law with Modern Languages LLB (Hons) are uniquely positioned for careers that span legal practice and international affairs. The combination of a qualifying law degree with modern language proficiency makes you highly attractive to employers in the UK and abroad. The School of Law works closely with the University's Skills and Employability Service and has a dedicated Employability Officer to help students secure work experience, internships, and placements.
Potential Career Paths
Types of Employers
Rankings and Recognition
Bangor University is a well-established institution founded in 1884 with a strong reputation for teaching quality and student satisfaction. The university has been recognised in multiple national and international rankings, and its research output was highly rated in the most recent Research Excellence Framework. Bangor's law school is well-regarded in the UK and its LLB degrees hold qualifying law degree status.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture and Forestry | QS World University Rankings by Subject | Top 150 |
| Psychology | QS World University Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
| Environmental Sciences | QS World University Rankings by Subject | Top 350 |
| Law | UK National League Tables | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
How to Apply
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Prepare Your Documents
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Submit Your Application
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Receive Your Offer
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