LL.B. Law with Business with Foundation Year

at Canterbury Christ Church University

• The foundation year covers study skills, academic writing, and critical thinking, as well as introductions to law, business, economics, and management. 
• The first year of the LL.B. includes core legal modules like contract law, public law, and legal skills, plus business modules in marketing and accounting. 
• Subsequent years build on this foundation with further compulsory law subjects like criminal law, land law, equity, and trusts while also offering business options in management, entrepreneurship, and strategy. 
• There is an opportunity for a work placement year to gain practical experience. 
• The final year comprises advanced legal subjects, a dissertation project, and the chance to choose specialised business electives.

Course Modules

• Contract Law
• Criminal Law
• English Legal Systems
• Introduction to Obligations
• Economics Core module
• Managing People in Organisations

Important Dates

The programme’s annual commencement is in September. Individuals keen on joining should stay updated on the university's website for application-related information. Although UCAS provides a pathway for students to apply, they must prepare the necessary documents well in advance rather than waiting until the last minute before the application deadline.

• The entry requirements include a DDE or higher for A-Levels, an MPP for BTEC qualifications, a pass with 45 credits for an Access course, and a yet-to-be-confirmed score for the International Baccalaureate. 
• Additionally, applicants may submit a combination of qualifications totalling at least 64 UCAS points.
• The minimum IELTS overall band score accepted is 6.0, and no individual band score should fall below 5.5 for any of the four components (Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking).

Students are advised to make regular visits to the university's website to stay updated on any alterations to the programme fees. These fees are susceptible to annual variations, contingent upon the student's residential status and whether they are enrolled as a full-time or part-time student. The website houses the most current information on fees, encompassing any potential additional costs. The annual tuition fee for theLL.B. Law with Business with Foundation Year is between £14,500/yr to £15,500/yr.

Graduates of this programme are well-positioned for a diverse range of careers that combine legal knowledge with business acumen. Many pursue the professional qualifications to become solicitors or barristers, working in law firms, corporate legal departments, or chambers. Others leverage their dual skills to work as legal consultants, compliance officers, or regulatory advisors within businesses and organisations.