Course summary
The Graduate LLB Engineering and Law programme is for students from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) as part of the partnership agreement between the University of Exeter and HKUST. This programme is not available for direct entry or offered by any route other than the Exeter/HKKUST partnership. Students from HKUST will arrive in Exeter during their fourth year of study.
The LLB in Engineering and Law pathway is designed specifically for the partnership with Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). It will allow HKUST engineering students to undertake an accelerated programme of study and is an academic programme that allows students to study in depth a specified area of Law. The programme is only open to HKUST students whose prior academic attainment makes an accelerated course of study suitable. These students will also be registered for an Engineering degree in Hong Kong. Students will also complete Engineering modules during their first year at Exeter, including an Engineering project.
The Law School has a vibrant community of international staff and students. Our active alumni network covers the world. We enjoy strong links with the legal profession, and the wider legal community. In the latest research assessment exercise, 85% of our research was rated internationally excellent or world-leading. In particular, we have research centres and clusters in: legal history, corporate and commercial law, EU law, family law, international law, and science, law & culture. These areas are also reflected in the electives we offer.
The LLB in Engineering and Law offers opportunities to enhance employability skills as well as the wide range of curriculum based learning activities, there may be opportunities to take part in mooting, and pro bono work. There is a dedicated University Careers Service, a college career’s officer, a yearly Law Fair which attracts exhibitors from large international, national and local law firms and employers, as well as a wide range of other career events throughout the year. The Law School also has an academic tutor system offering individual support from academic staff in the Law School.
The majority of study will take place at University of Exeter, Streatham Campus, with the exception of the Contract Law (LAW4004H) module, which will be delivered online, to students located in Hong Kong, by a member of the Exeter Contract Law team. HKUST students must complete this module in a year prior to their arrival in Exeter.
If the course start date is before 31 December 2025 and you have already submitted an application, this course can be added. If you have not submitted an application, contact the university or college direct.
If the course start date is between 01 January and 31 July 2026 click the 'Apply' button to make an application.
This course has restrictions on who can apply.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- M128
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
This course has restrictions on who can apply.
Apply by
29 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- M128
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Cumulative grade of 2.85 out of a 4.3 scale at the end of the 2 years completed at HKUST
Pass Engineering and Pre-Law module LAW4004H
IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum requirement
Contextual admissions
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Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £24700 | Year 1 |
| International | £24700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/