Law

Our law degree offers wide a range of legal knowledge, which includes optional modules in family law, commercial law, company law, contract law, environmental law and international law.

You will study essential areas of legal knowledge such as public law, land law, equity and trusts, contract law, criminal law and tort law. In your final year, you choose from a range of specialist modules, including commercial law, intellectual property law, financial services law, and international law.

With links to a range of legal, and related, employers in London, you'll have - as a law student - access to a range employability events, including talks and networking opportunities. You can also apply to assist volunteer lawyers on real cases at the university's Legal Advice Centre or apply to assist with the Innocence Project London

Complete your law degree at Greenwich - and get a US law degree in just 15 extra months

Graduates of University of Greenwich law degrees have a fantastic opportunity to progress on to the JD programme (Juris Doctor - the American law degree) or LLM programme with our partners at Mitchell Hamline School of Law (MHSL), in Minnesota, USA.

This pioneering agreement between the two universities, means that our graduates can complete their JD programme in only 15 months rather than the full three years.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law is also offering up to 50% scholarships (depending on the student application) to Greenwich graduates.

For further information please contact law@gre.ac.uk.

What you should know about this course

• The LLB is recognised as containing the seven foundational law subjects required by the Bar Standards Board to pursue a career as a Barrister

• The LLB is SQE ready which means that elements within the programme are compatible with the Solicitors Qualifying Exam implemented by the SRA

• Apply to assist volunteer lawyers on real cases at the Award winning Legal Advice Centre

• We have exceptional links to the 'magic circle' law firms, the financial sector and other employability opportunities

• Benefit from regular guest speakers and networking events with employers, professional bodies and alumni to help your career planning.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.