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Uphold law, order and justice with our law degrees. Our LLB (Hons) allows you to complete an additional qualification in your final year giving you an advantage as a graduate. Our LLB (Hons) with Foundation Year develops your academic skills in preparation for the LLB (Hons) while our Policing Foundation Degree is now the first step in entry to the police.

BACHELOR OF LAWS LLB (HONS) WITH FOUNDATION YEAR (FOUNDATION YEAR VALIDATED BY LCC, LLB (HONS) VALIDATED BY THE OPEN UNIVERSITY)

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Learn about law and order with the Bachelor of Laws LLB (Hons) with Foundation Year. This course will introduce you to the principles of law and strengthen your academic skills, preparing you for progression on to the full LLB (Hons) programme. Our considerable support and expert teaching will prepare you for an exhilarating career in law.

UCAS Course Code: 1R11 Full-time: 4 years Part-time: 4.5 years Location: University Centre

WHAT’S NEXT? Progression may include a masters degree, the Paralegal Practice Diploma Level 7, the CILEx Graduate Diploma, an LPC/SQE or BPTC, teacher training qualification or relevant employment.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES MAY INCLUDE • Solicitor • Chartered Legal Executive • Other roles within the

Criminal Justice sector

HOW TO APPLY

UCAS Institution Code L21 For part-time applications call 0113 235 4450

ABOUT THE COURSE This foundation year provides progression on to the full LLB (Hons) degree course. It will teach you the basics of law, developing the skills needed to successfully obtain a law degree. Acquire core legal knowledge and discover legal specialisms that spark your passion. Our foundation year works for those who may not meet the entry requirements for the LLB Hons. As you progress through your foundation year, you’ll enhance your confidence with law knowledge by studying legal system modules in addition to academic skills. On successful completion, you will receive automatic admission to the LLB (Hons) programme. Students who enrol on the LLB (Hons) with Foundation Year will be offered a discount of 50% on their fourth year fees. During year four, you can also complete optional modules linked • Barrister

to the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Graduate Fast-Track Diploma and can join CILEx as a graduate member and achieve an industry recognised qualification with no extra study.

CILEx fees There are additional fees associated with the CILEx qualification. Please note, this route is optional and doesn’t impact on the attainment of your LLB. The decision doesn’t need to be made until your third year of the degree. Please contact us for details of these fees.

MODULES MAY INCLUDE Foundation year • Introduction to Criminal Law and Justice • Family Law • Legal Obligations • English Legal Systems • Academic Skills • Contemporary Legal Project LLB (Hons) Level 4 • Legal Foundations • Law Contract • Criminal Law • Law of Tort • Citizen and the State • Professional Development Level 5 • Legal Research Method and Skills • Land Law • Equity and Trusts • Human Rights • European Union Law • Work-related Learning Level 6 • Dissertation With four options from: • Civil Litigation • Criminal Litigation • Client Care • Criminal Justice • Commercial Law • Family and Child Law

STU C DENT ASE STUDY

LIAM BARRETT BACHELOR OF LAWS

Student Liam Barrett (Bachelor of Laws) returned to education to pursue his passion for law. In 2019, he was awarded The Oxford University Press Law prize for being an outstanding student. We caught up with him to find out about his journey.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR TIME AT UNIVERSITY CENTRE LEEDS? My time so far has been a journey of growth, both academically and personally. When I first arrived, I had been out of education for a few years and was worried about re-entering an academic environment. These worries were soon alleviated, as I was welcomed by UC Leeds and received all the support I needed to smoothly get back into the swing of education.

WHAT MADE YOU CHOOSE UNIVERSITY CENTRE LEEDS? After working in finance after school for a few years, UC Leeds offered me the chance to return to education and study law. The first course that I completed was an Access to Higher Education qualification, allowing me to move on to degree studies. After completing the Access course, I had the opportunity to go to numerous universities across the country. Despite this, I stayed at UC Leeds as I knew this was the best environment to develop me academically; class groups are more intimate and the tutors know you well. Furthermore, it’s diverse and exciting, everyone has a completely different past, students and teachers are of all ages and backgrounds; it is a true reflection of the modern world

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHO IS THINKING ABOUT RETURNING TO EDUCATION? To anyone considering a return to education, a new career, a different experience to traditional universities or just entering the next stage of their education, I would strongly advise that you consider studying at UC Leeds. This institution aims to not only deliver a good qualification, but help you to grow personally, support you in your times of need, encourage diverse friendships and open your eyes to the fact that you have something special to offer the world.

BACHELOR OF LAWS LLB (HONS) (VALIDATED BY THE OPEN UNIVERSITY)

Ready for a career in the vibrant and varied law industry? The LLB (Hons) at University Centre Leeds will prepare you for a fast-paced and competitive market. We encourage excellence by providing you with extensive support and offering an additional Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) qualification in your final year. careers in a strong legal hub outside London. We emphasise personal development by providing opportunities for you to

UCAS Course Code: 2R11 Full-time: 3 years Part-time: 3.5 years Location: University Centre

WHAT’S NEXT? Progression may include a master’s degree, the Paralegal Practice Diploma Level 7, the CILEx Graduate Diploma, an LPC/SQE or BPTC, teacher training qualification or There are additional fees associated with the CILEx qualification.

relevant employment.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES MAY INCLUDE • Solicitor • Barrister • Chartered Legal Executive • Other roles within the

ABOUT THE COURSE Our Bachelor of Laws LLB (Hons) combines compulsory and optional modules to form the basis of legal education in the UK. Our expert knowledge and industry-links lead to successful identify and pursue areas of law that you are passionate about. During year three, you can also complete optional modules linked to the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) Graduate Fast-Track Diploma and can join CILEx as a graduate member and achieve an industry recognised qualification with no extra study.

CILEx fees Criminal Justice sector

Please note, this route is optional and doesn’t impact on the attainment of your LLB. The decision doesn’t need to be made until your second year of the degree. Please contact us for details of these fees.

HOW TO APPLY

UCAS Institution Code L21 For part-time applications call 0113 235 4450

MODULES MAY INCLUDE Level 4 • Legal Foundations • Law Contract • Criminal Law • Law of Tort • Citizen and the State • Professional Development Level 5 • Legal Research Method and Skills • Land Law • Equity and Trusts • Human Rights • European Union Law • Work-related Learning Level 6 • Dissertation With four options from: • Civil Litigation • Criminal Litigation • Client Care • Criminal Justice • Commercial Law • Family and Child Law

POLICING FOUNDATION DEGREE (VALIDATED BY LEEDS CITY COLLEGE)

Find your route into the force and uphold law, order and justice. Designed to reflect industry demands, our degree programme supports one of the new mandatory entry routes to becoming a police constable. Acquire the skills needed to advance and prepare for a thrilling and fulfilling career within the police force or associated criminal agencies.

UCAS Course Code: PL99 Full-time: 2 years Part-time: 2 years Location: University Centre

WHAT’S NEXT? Progression may include a top-up degree, further study options dependent on your chosen career path or related employment.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES MAY INCLUDE • Constable • Probation officer • Prison officer

HOW TO APPLY

UCAS Institution Code L21 For part-time applications call 0113 235 4450

ABOUT THE COURSE Do you dream of a career in the force? Our Policing Foundation Degree is crafted in-line with the College of Policing recruitment requirements, equipping you for employment in the police force or other criminal agencies. You will study academic and technical modules broadening your understanding of policing, psychology, crime, criminal law and the justice system. Our range of modules allow you to forge your own career path within the force or other criminal agencies. Our exceptional support, emphasis on personal development and consideration of the Policing Education Qualifications Framework, will provide you with essential skills and increase your employability. With this foundation degree, you will also be encouraged to engage in voluntary schemes available through West Yorkshire Police to gain practical skills. You will acquire critical knowledge and practical experience allowing you to progress to a top-up degree, industry qualifications or directly into employment.

MODULES MAY INCLUDE Level 4 • Crime in England and Wales • Psychology and Crime • Evolution of the Police • Models of Policing • Command and Control • Personal Development Level 5 • Criminal Justice • Police Powers and Procedure • Criminology and Crime

Prevention • Research Methods and Skills • Youth Crime and Justice • Contemporary Issues in Policing

MY TUTORS WERE VERY HELPFUL DURING THE TERM. I COULD GO TO THEM IF I HAD ANY PROBLEMS, OR IF I DIDN’T UNDERSTAND ANYTHING.

STUDENT LEVEL 4 BACHELOR OF LAWS LLB

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