The Smart Choice

2016 Postgraduate Prospectus

In 2014, more graduates from The University

any other law school Our award-winning
is the largest in the UK with over 30
students Our LPC class of 2014 gained
top 100 law firms, including 9 of the top 10
graduated in summer 2014 had secured
with 91% in law We offer the UKs largest
with over 3,300 opportunities for our
Over 600 practising lawyers bring a
programme, making it the largest of
largest legal alumni group with over
best networking opportunities We work
firms, and have exclusive training
including Linklaters, Ashurst and CMS
database featured over 4,000 training
experience
opportunities
and
other
The University of Law We are the first
In 2014, over 2,400 graduates from The
which was almost 1,000 more than
of our LPC students secure a training
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of Law secured training contracts than from

legal careers and employability service
experts providing one-to-one support to
training contracts at over 75 of the UKs
97% of our full-time LPC students who
employment within 9 months of graduation,
and most varied pro bono programme
students to put their legal skills into practice
wealth of experience to our mentoring
its type in the UK We have the UKs
60,000 alumni giving students the
with over 90 of the top 100 law
relationships with over 30 of them,
Cameron McKenna In 2014 our JobSearch
contracts, pupillage vacancies, work
exclusive legal roles for students at
UK university to gain an ABS licence
University of Law secured training contracts,
our nearest competitor Nearly two thirds
contract within 9 months of graduating

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Choose Law
A law qualification offers great
diversity and a wide range of
career possibilities. From human
rights, to music and sports, to city
finance, law covers virtually every
aspect of human life. So whether
you want to practise law or work
in the wider business world, a
legal education is a great place
to start.
A legal career gives you security,
status and job satisfaction. But its
also challenging, exciting, varied and
rewarding. Lawyers are some of the
best paid professionals today.
But theres more to a career in law than
financial reward. Choose law and you
have the chance to make a real difference
by fighting for justice and improving
peoples lives everywhere.

A law qualification gives you a formidable

range of skills which you can transfer to
many other sectors. From multinational
organisations, to banking and finance,
to technology, media and charities, a
legal qualification is highly valued by
employers everywhere.

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Choose The
University of Law
We can trace our origins to 1876
with the formation of the leading
tutorial firm Gibson & Weldon and
later on, with the establishment of
The Law Society School of Law.
In 1962 the two were amalgamated
to establish The College of Law.
In 2006 we made history by becoming
the first-ever independent institution
to gain the power to award degrees.
And in 2012 we became the first private
institution to be given university status,
and became The University of Law.
Our rich heritage is balanced with our
fresh, modern approach. Our passion
for innovation is reflected in the way we
teach, with all our courses combining
academic rigour and practical skills.
Youll be learning to think and act
like a lawyer from day one with
a unique approach to preparing
ambitious professionals to compete
in a fast-changing world.

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Studying at such a
respected institution
meant that
I experienced
law at the most
prestigious level
Solomon Wifa
Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP
Youngest ever Managing Partner of OMelveny & Myers

Consistently more training contracts awarded*

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Choose Employability
At The University of Law we
have every confidence that well
help you achieve your career
ambitions. We combine years
of experience, unrivalled legal
expertise and a focus on your
future employability: our track
record speaks for itself.
Learn to think and act like a lawyer
from day one.
Our courses are designed with input
from leading law firms and aligned with
the demands of todays employers.
Our client-focused courses enable you
to develop commercial awareness,
critical thinking, project management
and networking skills. Youll be taught
by tutors, visiting professors and visiting
lecturers who are qualified solicitors,
barristers or judges with extensive
practical experience, giving you
a distinct advantage in the
competitive marketplace.

Award-winning Careers and

Employability service that supports
your career.
With a team of over 30 experts, we
have the largest legal careers and
employability service in the UK,
offering unrivalled one-to-one guidance
from a team of specialist law careers
advisors and practising solicitors
co-ordinating our pro bono work and
legal placements. We also work with
over 600 external lawyers who bring
a wealth of experience to our
mentoring programme.
Our specialist online legal careers
programme, StEP, is designed to help
you take your first 10 steps towards
your future as a successful lawyer.
The programme contains a range of
resources, from written advice and
online workshops to practical and
useful web links.
Our JobSearch database gives you
access to over 4,000 opportunities
from work experience and paralegal
positions, to training contracts and
pupillage vacancies.
The UKs largest and most varied pro
bono programme.
Offering over 3,300 opportunities so you
can put what youve learnt into practice
and work with real clients and lawyers.

With the support of the

careers service, I have
been offered many
interviews and invitations
to assessment centres
Michael Brainerd
GDL Student, Guildford

We stay ahead to keep you ahead,

making you highly employable.

Our law firm partners

We have an impressive track record.

Take 2014 for instance, where 97%
of our LPC graduates were employed
within 9 months of graduation*. In fact,
more graduates from The University
of Law secured training contracts than
from any other law school. Our LPC
class of 2014 gained training contracts
at over 75 of the UKs top 100 law firms,
including 9 of the top 10.

Ashfords
Ashurst
Berwin Leighton Paisner
Bevan Brittan
Brabners
Burges Salmon
Charles Russell Speechly
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton
CMS Cameron McKenna
Cripps Harries Hall
Croftons
DLA Piper
Freeth Cartwright
Forsters
Gateleys
Harbottle & Lewis
Hill Dickinson
Irwin Mitchell
Kirkland & Ellis
Linklaters
Maurice Turnor Gardner
Michelmores
Morrison & Foerster
Pannone
Pinsent Masons
Shearman & Sterling
SGH Martineau
Stevens & Bolton
TLT
Trowers & Hamlins
Veale Wasbrough Vizards
Weil Gotshal & Manges
Wragge Lawrence Graham & Co

The legal world never stands still and

we consult regularly with law firms
and chambers to ensure we keep pace,
adapting our courses to give you the
skills and commercial awareness that
will set you apart.
We work with 90 of the top 100 law
firms and 30 major law firms choose
to send their trainees exclusively to us.
And in an increasingly global economy
we make sure that we have an
international outlook. We work with
four of the top five global firms and
have built strong links with law schools
and professional bodies throughout
Europe and the rest of the world.

Preferred provider:

*Statistic taken from full-time LPC students graduating in summer 2014

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of our LPC students

are employed
within 9 months*

Studying law gave

me extra confidence
to go out and make
a positive difference

Miranda Brawn
Graduated 2011, London Bloomsbury

Director of Legal and Transaction

Management at Daiwa Capital Markets
Miranda studied the Bar Professional Training
Course (BPTC). As well as qualifying as a
barrister, she has worked in top investment
banks such as Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan
and Citigroup.
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Choose from a
number of courses
We offer a wide range of
flexible full-time and part-time
postgraduate courses. Each is
designed and delivered by
qualified lawyers with small
tutorial groups, high contact
hours and regular feedback.
Our highly respected postgraduate
courses include:
Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) - our
conversion course for non-law graduates
wishing to become a solicitor or barrister
Legal Practice Course (LPC) - for graduates
with a law degree or GDL who wish to
train as a solicitor, offering three options
including our MSc in Law, Business
and Management
Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) for graduates with a law degree or GDL
who wish to train as a barrister
Master of Laws (LLM) - develop specialist
legal skills and broaden your career horizons
with our two brand new LLM programmes
Master of Science in Law, Governance,
Risk and Compliance (MSc) a career-enhancing Masters degree
specialising in international law,
regulatory risk and compliance

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We also have a range of Professional

Development courses designed to
give lawyers a leading edge. From the
compulsory PSC for trainee solicitors to
our range of training options for qualified
lawyers, all our courses provide the
highest quality and standards.
There is a choice of legal training
programmes covering a variety of
practice areas and delivery options
to suit lawyers needs. These include
public, in-house and online courses.
We also organise and administer our
structured training programmes
for firms who want to receive the
same training.

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Choose an innovative
teaching approach
We specialise in teaching, not
research. We focus our energy
on developing innovative and
highly effective teaching methods,
all endorsed by employers.
Study with us and youll benefit
from a proven and successful
teaching methodology.

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Our teaching is delivered by

professionally qualified tutors
and focuses on the knowledge and
practical skills needed to be successful.
These skills include problem solving,
oral and written communication, team
work and ethical conduct. We keep our
teaching interesting, and our students
regularly give feedback on the excellent
quality and style.

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You can expect a combination

of workshops and lectures,
with materials including case
studies which youll explore
in small groups. Because we
work closely with employers,
we ensure that its all presented
in a commercial context where
youre taught to deliver clientfocused advice. Youll be given
the opportunity to practise
these skills in real-life scenarios
where youll receive regular
constructive feedback. We also
help you assess your progress
with a variety of methods such
as online multiple choice and
practice assessments.
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Choose to learn
from the best
To teach at The University of Law,
you have to be outstanding.
Our 250+ team of tutors, visiting
professors and visiting lecturers are
qualified solicitors, barristers or judges
with extensive practical experience
and, most importantly, share a passion
both for law and teaching. Many still
practise, which means youll learn from
their insight into todays legal world.
Each student has a personal tutor
providing one-to-one ongoing support,
as well as advice on starting working life,
whether in law or another discipline.
As resident tutors based in our centres,
they operate an open door policy, so you
can talk to them whenever you need.

We equip our students

with the skills and
experience that future
lawyers need
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Salome Verrell

Senior Tutor, London Bloomsbury

Salome started her legal life as a corporate/
commercial lawyer in the City of London,
working for a large music corporation.
She then went on to own a small
high street practice.

Orla Devine

Tutor, Manchester
Orlas specialism is employment law.
Whilst practising she advised within the full
spectrum of employment law, from tribunals
to advisory matters.

ULaws practice-based and

innovative learning approach
sets the institution apart

Daniel Cowan

Senior Tutor, London Moorgate

Before joining ULaw to teach, Daniel practised
as a solicitor specialising in litigation.

The teaching team are friendly,

supportive and a frighteningly
knowledgeable bunch

Ben Ferris

Senior Tutor, Guildford

Ben joined Hogan Lovells as a trainee. Once
qualified he practised there working across high
street brands and global public companies.

The quality of the teaching

staff sets us apart. We know
what it takes to succeed
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Choose to succeed
From global business leaders to
eminent QCs and entrepreneurs,
members of parliament and social
campaigners, our alumni are
the best proof of our quality of
teaching and training.
Here are just a few you may find
interesting. They have all used their legal
qualifications to get them to where they
are today, making a difference to their
own lives and often to the lives of others.

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Lauren Riley
Graduated 2010, Manchester

I enjoyed the focus on

learning practical skills
to make you really think
and act like a lawyer
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Solicitor and Founder Director of

The Link App
Lauren studied the Legal Practice Course
(LPC). Since graduating, she has not
only qualified as a family law solicitor,
but launched a successful sideline as an
entrepreneur and won fame starring in
the BBCs The Apprentice in 2014.

Solomon Wifa
Graduated 1997, Guildford

Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP

Solomon studied the Legal Practice Course
(LPC). Since qualifying, he has worked in
practice and became the youngest ever
Managing Partner of the London office of
international firm, OMelveny & Myers.

A law qualification gives you

many invaluable life skills
almost like a toolkit to use
not just professionally but
personally too

Nick Connor
Graduated 1987, Guildford

Managing Director, Volvo Car UK Ltd

Nick studied the Legal Practice Course (LPC).
Since then, he has practised as a solicitor
before moving to Volvo Car UK, joining
first as Group Solicitor and Company
Secretary and then assuming his
current role heading up the UK division
as Managing Director.

Advocacy skills are

absolutely invaluable and
will set you in good stead
in a business environment
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Choose student
satisfaction
The quality of our learning
programmes and tutors, the level
of support and student guidance,
purpose-built centres in great
locations its little surprise that
our students, past and present,
say theyre delighted they chose
to study law with us.
From business games to mock trials
and negotiation competitions, you can
enhance your learning and boost your
CV without it feeling like work.
Of course, you need time to switch off
from studying too. Our centres have a
range of activities and events to make
sure you have a full and well-rounded
experience.

Christine Troughton
BPTC Student, London Bloomsbury

The staff and support are second

to none.They are polished,
proficient, accessible and patient
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We also have a range of debating

societies, sports teams, fundraising
events, balls, parties and social activities.
And with all our centres close to music
venues, theatres, cinemas, sports
centres, bars and restaurants, theres
plenty to keep you entertained.

Rahul Jethwa
LPC Student, London Moorgate

Without a doubt studying at

The University of Law was the
best decision I have ever made

Siubhan MacDonald
GDL Student, Bristol

The quality of the careers service is

fantastic and the advice is practical,
personal and taken from experience

Gideon Ziff

GDL Student, Leeds

There is a strong focus on

developing the very best
legal talent

Zak Amin
LPC Student, Birmingham

The level of support the employability

team gave students in helping us get
a training contract really stood out
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Choose from a
variety of locations
We have eight centres in seven
cities around the UK, plus a
collaboration with The University
of Exeter.
Each centre offers state-of-the-art facilities
in a modern business environment similar
to the setting of a top law firm. Some of
our centres have mock courtrooms to
add extra realism for future barristers.
So when you start your career, youll be
completely at home in a professional legal
environment.
All our IT suites are fully equipped with
super-fast internet. And our libraries are
filled with the latest legal texts, and youll
have award-winning support from our
library information officers. There are
also quiet study areas and chill-out zones,
giving you thinking space.

If you choose a centre close to home,

you can reduce your expenses during
your course. However, if you choose to
study elsewhere, our accommodation
database will help you find an affordable
place to live, with the option to find
a privately rented property or shared
accommodation with other law students.

1. Birmingham
2. Bristol
3. Chester

4. Guildford

5. Leeds

6. London Bloomsbury

7. London Moorgate
8. Manchester
9. Collaboration with
The University of Exeter

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Birmingham

Bristol

Chester

Guildford

Leeds

London Bloomsbury

London Moorgate

Manchester

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Our GDL

3g0la+w firms

Graduate
Diploma
in Law

The conversion course for

non-law graduates who want
to become a successful
solicitor or barrister.
Learn to think like a lawyer from
day one so you can hit the ground
running in your legal career
Receive expert training in the legal
and business skills that employers
are looking for
Get award-winning careers
support to help you stand out
from the crowd as soon as you
accept your place

leadin their
send
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for their G

GDL modules
Ethics and Professional Legal Practice module
Compulsory online pre-course study
programme on legal method (50 hours)
Development of key legal skills and
professional attributes required by lawyers
Foundation modules
Contract law
Criminal law
Equity and trusts
European Union law
Land law
Public law
Tort
Self-study research project module
Extended essay on your chosen area of law
Detailed guidance on legal research and
essay writing skills

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Study options
Course

Start dates

Hours per week

Full-time (9 months)

January 2016, September 2016 and January 2017

45

Part-time (21 months)

September 2016

22.5

i-GDL (21 months)

January 2016, October 2016 and January 2017

22.5

Course fees

Assessments and exams

Ethics and Professional Legal Practice module:
30-minute, multiple choice open book exam
on legal method
Graded essay on an ethical dilemma

Fees cover tuition, textbooks, study manuals, course

materials, learning resources and first attempt at all
exams and assessments.
For information on scholarships, paying fees and
funding options, go to page 40.

Foundation modules:
Three-hour closed book exam
Self-study research project module:
Extended essay on your chosen area of law

How to apply
Course

Applications open

Apply to

Website

Contact

Full-time

Starting January 2016:

October 2014

Central Applications
Board (CAB)

lawcabs.ac.uk

applications@lawcabs.ac.uk

The University of Law

Admissions

law.ac.uk/gdl

admissions@law.ac.uk

Starting October 2016:

October 2015
Starting January 2017:
October 2015

Part-time and
i-GDL

Part-time starting
October 2016:
October 2015
i-GDL starting January 2016:
February 2015

0800 289997 (UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000
(International)

i-GDL starting October 2016:

October 2015
i-GDL starting January 2017:
February 2016

For more information on our GDL including entry requirements, fees and locations,
visit law.ac.uk/gdl

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Our LPC

Legal Practice
Course

Choose from:
LPC the core Legal Practice Course
LPC MSc in Law, Business
and Management

LPC LLM in Professional Legal Practice

LPC modules
The best possible preparation
to practise law as a fully
qualified solicitor and the skills
to succeed in business.
Qualify with an LPC, with the
option to gain an MSc or LLM at
no extra cost
Develop your commercial
awareness, critical thinking,
project management and
networking skills
Tailor your course to your
specialist areas of interest through
a wide choice of elective subjects

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Stage One: Core practice

area modules
Introduction to professional practice
Business law and practice knowledge
Business law and practice skills
Dispute resolution knowledge (including
criminal litigation)
Dispute resolution skills
Real estate knowledge
Real estate skills
Each module covers a range of skills including
advocacy, interviewing and advising, practical
legal research, critical thinking, writing and
drafting, and project and risk management.

Stage Two: Professional

elective modules
Choose three of the following professional
elective modules:
Advanced criminal litigation law and practice*
Advanced real estate law and practice
Commercial dispute resolution law and practice
Commercial law and practice
Competition law and practice*
Debt finance law and practice
Employment law and practice
Family law and practice*
Immigration law and practice*
Intellectual property law and practice
Mergers and acquisitions law and practice
Personal injury and clinical negligence
litigation law and practice*
Private client law and practice*
Public companies law and practice

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Masters options
If you choose to study the LPC MSc or the
LPC LLM your programme of study will cover:

LPC MSc in Law, Business and

Management
Stage One and Two LPC modules
Law and Business module:
Classical and contemporary theories of business
Critically reading financial accounts
Analysing a companys competitive advantage
Understanding and developing business strategy
Analysing trends in global business
Understanding a companys share price
Corporate marketing and management skills
Business Case Study Report

LPC LLM in Professional

Legal Practice

Assessments and exams

LPC
Open and closed-book assessments
Research and writing assignments
Oral presentations
File of work for elective modules
LPC MSc
Same as LPC, plus:
Business Case Study Report (can be completed
during training contract for LPC Accelerated)
LPC LLM
Same as LPC, plus:
Professional Practice Research Report
(can be completed during training contract
for LPC Accelerated)
*Not available on Full-time Accelerated course starting in July 2016.
If you wish to study these modules, you will need to change to a
September or January start.
Note that availability of each module is subject to sufficient uptake
by students.

Stage One and Two LPC modules

Law and Business module or a fourth
professional elective
Professional Practice Research Report

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Study options
Course

Start dates

Hours per week

Full-time (9 months)

September 2016

40 - 45

Full-time Accelerated
(6 months)

January 2016, July 2016 and January 2017

55+

Part-time (21 months)

September 2016

20 - 22.5 (day, evenings

or weekends)

i-LPC (22 months)

March 2016, September 2016 and March 2017

20 - 22.5

Course fees
Fees cover tuition, textbooks, course materials,
learning resources and first attempt at all exams
and assessments.
Includes Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
registration fee.
For information on scholarships, paying fees and
funding options, go to page 40.

How to apply
Course

Applications open

Apply to

Website

Contact

Full-time

Starting October 2016:

October 2015

Central Applications
Board (CAB)

lawcabs.ac.uk

applications@lawcabs.ac.uk

Full-time
Accelerated

Accelerated starting
January 2016: October 2014

Central Applications
Board (CAB)

lawcabs.ac.uk

applications@lawcabs.ac.uk

The University of Law

Admissions

law.ac.uk/lpc

admissions@law.ac.uk

Accelerated starting
July 2016: October 2015
Accelerated starting
January 2017: October 2015

Part-time and
i-LPC

Part-time starting October

2016:
October 2015
i-LLM LPC starting
March 2016:
February 2015

0800 289997 (UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000
(International)

i-LPC starting
September 2016:
October 2015
i-LPC starting March 2017:
February 2016

For more information on our LPC including entry requirements, fees and locations,
visit law.ac.uk/lpc

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The LPC has helped to

develop my commercial
awareness and achieve
my career ambition
Hannah Tsui
LPC Student, Birmingham

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Our BPTC

Bar Professional
Training Course
Professional training to help
you secure pupillage and
prepare you for life at the Bar.

BPTC modules

Rigorous selection process to

attract the brightest candidates,
creating a stimulating learning
environment for all

Knowledge areas

Uniquely structured to mirror a

barristers real-life experience of
the litigation process to help you
practise as you learn and develop
your commercial acumen

Core skills

Master your advocacy skills with

unparalleled opportunities to
practise in real courtrooms, beyond
Bar Standards Board requirements

The course is structured to follow the stages of

litigation from the start of a case to conclusion
or appeal.
Civil litigation, evidence and remedies
Criminal litigation, evidence and sentencing
Professional ethics

Opinion writing
Drafting
Conference skills
Legal research
Case analysis
Resolution of disputes out of court
Advocacy skills (three areas of advocacy
skills are assessed, making up 25% of your
overall qualification)
Professional ethics and conduct
Specialist electives
Two specialist options from a list
typically including:
Advanced criminal litigation
Alternative dispute resolution mediation
Chancery
Employment tribunal practice
Family practice
Immigration and asylum practice
International commercial practice
Judicial review
Personal injury and clinical negligence practice

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Study options
Course

Start dates

Hours per week

Full-time (10 months)

September 2016

48

Part-time weekend
(22 months)

September 2016

24

Assessments and exams

12 assessments in core subjects throughout
the course
Mock assessments in all subjects apart
from electives
Bar Standards Board centralised assessments
in March and April

Course fees
Fees cover tuition, practitioner texts, textbooks,
interactive manuals, course materials, learning
resources and your first attempt at all exams
and assessments.
Includes the Bar Standards Board registration fee.
For information on scholarships, paying fees and
funding options, go to page 40.

How to apply
Course

Applications open

Applications close

Apply to

Website

Contact

Full-time
and
part-time

7 December 2015

13 January 2016 (later

applications considered
until courses are full)

Bar Student
Application
Service
(BarSAS)

barsas.com

admissions@law.ac.uk
0800 289997 (UK)
+44 (0)1483 216000
(International)

For more information on our BPTC including entry requirements, fees and locations,
visit law.ac.uk/bptc

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Our
LLM
Heading
Master of Laws
Broaden your career horizons
and enhance your legal skills
in a specialised practice area.
We are currently reviewing our
Master of Laws (LLM) programmes
to meet changing requirements in
the legal profession. We are excited
to announce that we are developing
two brand new LLMs for 2016 in the
following areas:
Conflict Resolution
Law and Intellectual Property

Our LLMs are designed for law graduates

and qualified lawyers. Each programme
will focus on building the key specialist
knowledge and skills you need to add
weight to your CV and make you stand
out in a competitive job market.
Well-respected by law firms and legal
employers around the world, an LLM
provides you with the opportunity to
develop your career on an international
scale. The more specialist skills set you
have, the further employers will look to
employ you.
Study one of our LLMs, and you will have
the opportunity to demonstrate your expert
knowledge to potential employers through
your own bespoke research project on your
chosen specialist area.
Whether you are a law graduate looking to
bolster your training contract applications, or
a qualified lawyer looking for a career change,
our LLMs are an excellent way to gain in-depth
legal knowledge and develop your analytical,
critiquing and evaluative skills.
Both LLMs will initially be available for online
study only, allowing you the flexibility to fit
your studies around other commitments, such
as work and family.

To register your interest and to be one

of the first to hear about our new LLMs,
visit law.ac.uk/llm and complete the
enquiry form.

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The University of Law

has a formidable
reputation in the
provision of
legal education
Leona Mason
Senior Lecturer, London Moorgate
and Tutor on the i-LLM

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Our MSc

Master of
Science in Law,
Governance,
Risk and
Compliance
(GRC)
Develop your international
legal and GRC knowledge
and gain a career-enhancing
postgraduate qualification.
Reflects cutting-edge approaches
to international law, regulatory
risk and compliance, delivered in
conjunction with the International
Compliance Association (ICA)
Learn to apply regulations
on the global stage from
qualified lawyers with
international experience
Boost your career with a
recognised and valuable
professional Masters degree
through our online distance
learning options

MSc modules
Core modules:
International business organisations
(compulsory)
International public companies
practice (recommended)
International capital markets and loans
practice (recommended)
Other modules include:
International intellectual property practice
International competition/anti-trust law
and practice
International mergers and acquisitions practice
International joint ventures practice
International arbitration practice
International commercial law
Range of specialisms (delivered via the
ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and
Compliance) include:
Anti-money laundering
Counter-terrorist financing
Regulatory compliance, risk and legal areas

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Study options
Course

Start date

15 months,
18 months or
24 months

January or July 2016. No attendance at our centres required.

Assessments and exams

Module assignment (3,000 - 5,000 words) at
the end of each of the three core modules.

Course fees
Fees include tuition, course materials, learning
resources and all first attempt assessments.

Final assessment requires a Professional

Practice Dissertation (supervised,
maximum 7,500 words) on one module topic,
with up to three hours of e-mail supervision
from your tutor.
The ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and
Compliance requires an oral examination
conducted by the ICA.

How to apply
Course

Applications open

Applications Close Apply to

Website

Contact

Full-time

Starting January 2016:

August 2015

Starting January 2016:

January 2016

law.ac.uk/
msc-law

msc@law.ac.uk

Starting July 2016:

February 2016

Starting July 2016:

July 2016

The University
of Law
Admissions

0800 289997 (UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000
(International)

For more information on our MSc including entry requirements, fees and locations,
visit law.ac.uk/msc-law

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International students
Are you looking for a legal
qualification to match your
global ambitions?

as finance, government, management

consultancy and journalism, among
many others.

A qualification in English law could be

your vital first step to a successful and
exciting career.

Connect with us

With so many major corporate transactions

and international issues dealt with under
English law, if youre qualified to practise
in your own jurisdictions, you may also
need to understand English legal concepts.
This can set you on your way to a rewarding
career and improve your job prospects in
the highly competitive legal market.

Why study English law with us?

Were a world leader in legal education and
training, helping future lawyers gain the
skills the legal profession is looking for.
With an unrivalled reputation for quality
going back to 1876, we give you access
to tutors with hands-on legal experience,
cutting-edge learning methods and useful
professional connections.
With more than 1,200 students from over
100 countries, weve trained more lawyers
in English law than any other law school.
Studying with us will open up a world of
career opportunities.
Students who study English law with us
have gone on to high-level legal careers,
as well as successful careers in other
professions throughout the world, such
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Wherever you are in the world, you can talk

to us about making a successful legal career
by studying at The University of Law.

Education agents
You can contact our extensive worldwide
network of education agents, who can
answer any questions you might have
about studying with us. To find your
nearest agent, visit the International
agents section of our website at
law.ac.uk/international

International events
You can also find us at one of the many
international events where well be
exhibiting throughout 2015/2016.
Come and see us to discuss what you
want to achieve in your career.

Skype calls
One-to-one Skype calls with a member
of our International team allow you to
discuss and ask questions about the
career and courses youre interested in.
To find out more about events and to
arrange a Skype call with one of our
International team members, visit
law.ac.uk/international-events

The workshops and talks

at ULaw have given me
valuable insight into the
professional world in the UK
Elena Ader
GDL International Student, Manchester

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International students
International connections

Accommodation

When you study with us, you can tap

into our connections with many leading
global law firms. We have exclusive
arrangements to develop and deliver
training programmes for trainees around
the world for firms such as Linklaters.
To make sure we remain at the forefront
of global legal education, our international
connections extend to partnerships with
Education UK (British Council), Study
Group Ltd, East China University of Political
Science and Law (ECUPSL) and IE Law
School in Spain.

If youre coming to the UK to study a

postgraduate course with us, our online
accommodation site Studentpad has
information on places to live that are close
to where you choose to study. Youll get
access to this as soon as you accept
your place.

Eight prime UK locations

Wherever you choose to study with us, our
centres are located close to the UKs major
business and legal hubs and no more than
40 minutes away from one of the UKs
international airports.
For more information on our centres
visit law.ac.uk/locations

Living and studying in the UK

Moving to a new country to study is a
big decision. We dont just give you a
warm welcome, we help you settle in.
Our Student Support Services team are
on hand to help you with everything from
getting a UK bank account and mobile
phone to finding accommodation. We can
also organise an airport meet and greet
service for you on arrival.

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Making friends and connections

At each of our centres, youll have the
opportunity to get involved in societies
and events organised by other students,
or you can even set one up yourself.
We have an International Students Society
at our London centres, which gives you the
opportunity to socialise, as well as attend
events arranged with city and international
law firms.
For further information on studying in
the UK, visit educationuk.org

Visas for international students

Our International Visa Office provides
professional support and advice on
international student visas. You can call
them on +44 (0)1483 216588 or send them
an e-mail: visaoffice@law.ac.uk
If youre a student from outside the EEA
and want to study in the UK full-time for
six months or longer, youll need a Tier 4
(General) Student Visa. The University can,
subject to you complying with the visa
rules, sponsor you to study in the UK.
The University of Law holds a Tier 4
sponsor licence and is listed on the UK
Visas & Immigration register as a higher
education institution. Our licence number
is U4353Q8C9.
Please note that immigration regulations
are subject to change at any time and that
youll need to check (even if you have
previously applied for a visa to study in
the UK). Our International Visa Office
would be happy to help and answer any
specific questions about The University of
Laws sponsorship of students under Tier 4
of the Points Based System.

Kwan Yi Chan
GDL International Student, Leeds

I have gained a better

understanding of the
legal market and become
much more determined to
achieve my goal
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Scholarships and funding

Were committed to helping the
brightest minds achieve their
career ambitions, whatever
their background. Thats why
we have one of the largest and
most generous scholarship
programmes in legal education.
If youre a high achiever with the drive
to succeed in a legal career, dont let
your circumstances or the cost of
studying law put you off. We may be
able to help you achieve your dreams
by providing a scholarship.
Financial contributions are available for
our GDL, LPC and BPTC course fees,
including some full-fee scholarships.
Our scholarships are awarded on a
combination of need and merit.
For more information and to
register your interest in our
2016/17 Scholarship Programme,
visit law.ac.uk/scholarships

Sam Frost
BPTC Student, London Bloomsbury
Scholarship Winner

The scholarship programme

further highlights ULaws
commitment to developing
the quality of advocacy of
its students
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Funding your course

Payment options on our GDL, LPC and BPTC
Loans

Full-time courses

Metro Bank Professional Studies Loan for

Legal Studies

You can opt to pay your fees using our flexible finance
options, developed as a result of student feedback.
Just choose the payment scheme that best meets your
needs when you accept your place with us.

The Metro Bank Professional Studies Loan for Legal

Studies is available exclusively for University of
Law students on the GDL, LPC and BPTC courses.
It applies to programmes at any of our centres, and
is available for full-time, part-time and online study
students who meet Metro Banks eligibility criteria.
You could borrow between 1,000 and 25,000 and
only have to start paying it back six months after
you complete your study with us (providing you
do not take a study gap* between any courses).
For example, if you study our GDL and go on
immediately to study the LPC or BPTC with us,
theres no need to commence repayments of your
GDL loan until you finish your final course.
You can apply for a Metro Bank Professional Studies
Loan up to six months before your course start date.
You must, however, have accepted an offer before
you apply. In 2014, 95% of all loan applications
submitted by our students were approved by
Metro Bank.
For more information about Metro Bank funding
as well as other third-party funding organisations,
visit law.ac.uk/funding

Pay monthly by direct debit**

You can spread the cost of your full-time study by using
direct debit. So, if you are on a nine-month course, you
can choose to pay in nine monthly instalments.
Pay in four instalments**
Our four payment instalment scheme allows you to
spread the cost of your course over its duration.
Pay in two instalments
Pay your fees in two convenient instalments during
the first half of your course. Then you can relax and
concentrate on your studies, knowing that your fees
have been taken care of.

Part-time courses
Pay monthly by direct debit
Our monthly instalment payment plan enables you
to spread the cost of your training over 16 or 20
monthly payments over the duration of your course.
Pay in four instalments

* Taking a study gap refers to any period of time that delays the finishing
of your studies at The University of Law. For example, taking any time-out
between or during courses; deferring or intermitting any part of the course;
switching from a full-time to part-time course mid-term; or discontinuing,
cancelling or withdrawing from a course.
** Please note that these schemes are not available to non-EEA students who
require a Tier 4 visa, or those studying on the Accelerated 6 month LPC, LLB
or GDL Full-time January 2016 start.

Pay your fees in four convenient instalments during

each year of your course.
Terms and conditions apply.
For full details visit law.ac.uk/instalments

Please note that any instalment plans greater than four payments incur
a 300 one off admin fee, payable upon the first instalment. Late or failed
direct debits will incur a 50 penalty charge. Please see full Terms &
Conditions for further information.

All subject to status.

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Find us
Here is a useful list of our centre addresses:
Birmingham

Bristol

133 Great Hampton Street

Birmingham
B18 6AQ

Temple Circus
Temple Way
Bristol
BS1 6HG

Chester

Guildford

Christleton Hall
Pepper Street
Christleton
Chester
CH3 7AB

Braboeuf Manor
Portsmouth Road
Guildford
Surrey
GU3 1HA

Leeds

London Bloomsbury

15-16 Park Row

Leeds
LS1 5HD

14 Store Street
London
WC1E 7DE

London Moorgate

Manchester

2 Bunhill Row
London
EC1Y 8HQ

2 New York Street

Manchester
M1 4HJ

T 0800 289997 (UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000
(international)
E admissions@law.ac.uk

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Disclaimer
The University of Law pursues a policy of
continuous development of its courses and
services. This document is for guidance only
and does not form part of any contract. It is
subject to change without notice. The information
contained within it is correct at the date of
publication, October 2015. We reserve the right to
withdraw or change for any reason and without
notice, any of the programmes, locations and/
or to alter tuition fees, entry requirements and/
or the facilities and/or services available from or
provided by or on behalf of the University. Please
note that the choice of subjects may be limited
by considerations of timetable, staffing and/or
available places on a course.

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The University of Law students, tutors
or alumni.
The University of Law 2015.

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The University of Law Limited is a company registered in England and Wales,

Company Number 07933838, with registered office at
Braboeuf Manor, St Catherines, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 1HA.

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