LLB International Law and Globalisation

An LLB International Law and Globalisation degree provides an exciting foundation for students wishing to pursue legal careers within a globalised world.

Multi-national law firms operate across many jurisdictions with legal problems involving both regional and international laws, requiring lawyers to understand the complexities of the international legal system. Our International Law and Globalisation undergraduate degree course is a qualifying law degree which provides a great introduction to this context of law and an insight into the world’s major legal families.

With a 100-year history and storied reputation, the Birmingham Law School honours our tradition of Law excellence with global top rankings year after year.

You’ll learn from a decorated faculty of prestigious academics who influence law and policy around the world. You’ll also find opportunities to study abroad through our incredible partner institutions.

Course details for prospective students on our LLB International Law and Globalisation undergraduate degree programme at the University of Birmingham. Ucas code - M240

We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations or the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to onto our undergraduate programmes. Holders of the Thanawiyah are not normally eligible for direct entry onto our undergraduate courses without the completion of a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our foundation pathways.

English Language

You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English language, either through an English test such as IELTS, TOEFL or PTE, or we may be able to accept your previous or alternative qualifications as evidence. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements, and details on our presessional English language courses.

Typical offer:

AAA

General Studies:

General Studies is not accepted but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of the offer.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:

6,6,6 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall.

BTEC and Access qualifications:

• BTEC Extended Diploma in the following subject areas will be considered: Business and Law. Grades required - D*D*D*. Other BTEC Extended Diplomas may be considered if offered alongside an A level.
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Business or Law combined with two A levels and BTEC Diploma in Business or Law combined with an A level will be considered.
• Other BTEC subjects combined with A levels are considered on a case by case basis provided there is an appropriate subject combination.

Access to Higher Education courses in a relevant subject are considered.

We do not require or consider the LNAT admissions test for entry onto our programmes.

We do not accept transfers into the School from any programme including other Law programmes.

Other qualifications are considered - learn more about entry requirements.

International Students

Birmingham Law School has a thriving community of over 400 international students across our LLB programmes. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Our country pages show what qualifications we accept from your country.

If your first language is not English you must provide an English language qualification. Recognised qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band

If you need to improve your level of English in order to meet the minimum entry-level requirement you may be able attend one of the full-time presessional English courses run by our Birmingham International Academy.

Depending on your chosen course of study, you may also be interested in one of our foundation pathways, which offer specially structured programmes for international students whose qualifications are not accepted for direct entry to UK universities. Further details can be found on Birmingham International Academy web pages.