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Changes to legal education and training

Legal education and training has been subject to a detailed review by professional regulators in the legal sector. The review has examined the routes to qualification as a barrister or solicitor.

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has introduced the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route to qualification. Those who successfully complete one of our undergraduate law degrees can move on to the next stages of qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales (completion of the SQE 1 and SQE 2).

The Bar Standards Board (BSB) no longer requires the study of a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD). However, the study of what are referred to as the 'seven legal foundations of knowledge' is still required before the vocational stage of bar training. All of our undergraduate law degrees meet this requirement, and graduates can progress to the vocational component of Bar training.

Students may also wish to consider entering the legal profession by qualifying as a Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX) lawyer by undertaking the CILEX Professional Qualification.

You can find out more about the changes at our open days and applicant days.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.

Find my Country

If you're applying via UCAS, find out more about how your qualifications fit into the UCAS tariff.

International baccalaureate

120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.

IELTS

IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.

Selection Criteria

We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.

Additional entry requirements:

Verify your qualifications

If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email [email protected].

Need to improve your English Language skills?

Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.

English Requirements

PTEMin 54
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 89

Career

Career prospects

There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

Career Prospects

Our law graduates have gone on to qualify as solicitors and barristers. Or they've forged careers in the police, local and national government, and business. After further training, a variety of roles across sectors await you, such as:

Solicitor
Barrister
Paralegal
Legal executive
Management positions

Throughout your degree we'll help you decide what to do after university and how to get there. From guest talks to Bar Scholarship and application help to mock interviews, we'll provide whatever support you need to take your next steps. This could include insight days, visits to legal areas in London, dining opportunities, and 1:1 support.

You'll have the knowledge and skills to undertake postgraduate study, such as our LLM International Business Law, LLM International Law: Conflict, Security & Human Rights, MRes and MPhil. If you want to train to become a solicitor, we offer SQE preparation courses: LLM Professional Legal Practice or PG Dip Professional Legal Practice. We also offer opportunities to study for a PhD.

From a young age, I was keen to work in the legal field. My degree triggered my interest in property law and laid the foundations for a really stimulating career. I now specialise in commercial property and manage the portfolios of some big-name clients."

Natalie Milnes Real Estate Associate DLA Piper - LLB (Hons) Law

David Norris

Course Director / Leeds Law School

David is a legal education professional with many years’ experience. He is a solicitor who worked in practice for several years before joining the education sector.

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The rewarding aspect of teaching students is watching their journey through to graduation, only to bump into them later and hear about their success. I'm currently working with a former student of mine, who trained as a barrister and is now a practising solicitor heading up her own employment law department."

Dr Stephen Wood Principal Lecturer

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Leeds Law School - Career Opportunities Rachel Dunn, Course Director for Pro Bono and Employability, talks about some of the career opportunities on offer for students within Leeds Law School.

Scholarships and bursaries

We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.

We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.

Our Graduate Promise

We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.

Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:

Getting ready to apply for jobs
Working on your CV
Interview skills and assessment centres
Connecting with employers and organisations

We are ranked 13th Best UK University for Careers Service
(Student Crowd Awards, 2024 – the only awards based entirely on student reviews).

Find out why...

Visit Beckett Careers

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

22,377 / year

Law,Bachelor of Laws (LLB)