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  • Law (LLB) (Part-time)
  • 2012/2013 entry
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  • Assessment

    • A variety of methods, including essays, seen/unseen/open book examinations, group projects, presentations and learning diaries.

  • Attendance
      • Three evenings a week.
      • October–June.
  • Duration
      • Four years part-time.
  • Entry requirements
      • Under 21: A-levels (AAB).
      • Over 21: no specific A-level requirement. Admission is at the discretion of the admissions tutor.
      • Certificate of Higher Education in Legal Methods: successful completion with a minimum mark of 50 per cent guarantees entry to the LLB with optional credit for a first-year module.
      • You will need to complete a written exercise in reasoning and analysis and attend an admissions event.
      • You are required to demonstrate that you meet the College English language requirements.
      • Credit for previous equivalent law studies may allow transfer into Year 2 at the discretion of the admissions tutor.
  • Fees and funding
  • Location
      • Central London.
  • Teaching

    • Weekly lectures and seminars. We offer a personal tutorial system and additional training in library skills, Westlaw and independent research skills. There is an annual weekend away for themed group discussion.

      Find out more about what you can expect from classes and the help and support we offer students.

Law (LLB) (Part-time) - 2012/2013 entry


  • Overview

    • We place the study of law in a historical, social and comparative context. You will develop advanced skills in legal writing, reasoning and analysis, oral presentation and the capacity for critical reflection on and about law.

      Find out more about studying at Birkbeck.

  • Why study this course at Birkbeck?
      • Ideal if you are interested in law and wish to develop your critical and analytical skills.
      • Accredited as a qualifying law degree by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board.
      • Successful completion qualifies you to go on and pursue vocational training if you wish to practise (LPC/BPTC).
  • Professional bodies that recognise this course

    • The LLB is accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, and students awarded the degree will be entitled to receive a Certificate of Completion of the Academic Stage of Legal Education for solicitors. It is also recognised by the Bar Standards Board as a Qualifying Law Degree for the purposes of completing the Academic Stage of Training for the Bar. The degree is accredited as LLB Law (Part-time).

  • Course structure
  • Study resources

    • We offer dedicated academic skills workshops and have an academic support officer, who runs a study skills programme and can advise on academic matters, including advice on essay writing, time-management, efficient reading and note-taking, giving presentations and participating in seminars.

      A range of extra-curricular activities are organised throughout the year. You will be able to hear guest speakers of international renown and can join our Student Law Society. An annual retreat takes place at Cumberland Lodge in Windsor Great Park, which allows students to explore a range of contemporary issues in law with specialist speakers. Students can also participate in our successful mooting programme, where advocacy training is given by experienced practising barristers, as well as attend our careers evening and get information on career opportunities.

      Our study resources include extended office hours (10am–6pm) to reflect the needs of students who work during the day and technology such as electronic learning environments, film and podcasts to enhance teaching and learning. Read more about our range of teaching and learning resources.

      Birkbeck Library has an extensive teaching collection of books, journals and electronic resources in law and related disciplines such as economics, politics and sociology. For example, it provides access to over 17,000 electronic journals, including specialist law journals such as Westlaw UK and Lexus Library, which are available online 24 hours a day.

  • Further study opportunities
  • Careers information

    • Many graduates go on to vocational training and obtain solicitors training contracts or pupillages in barristers' chambers. Others use the degree to develop their existing career, to further their academic skills, or as preparation for postgraduate study.

      Find out more about the career advice and information we offer.

  • Further details

    • Media work

      Find out about the School of Law and our staff's work with the media.

      Background reading

      It is recommended, although not obligatory, that students do a certain amount of preparatory reading, both so as to start thinking about legal systems and other forms of regulation or discipline and so as to prepare the ground for the subject-matter of the first year. The module outlines include references to introductory textbooks and to course texts. These are suggested books and readings but it is not recommended to purchase a textbook until after the introductory lecture in the subject in question. Programmes will be taught by a combination of lectures and seminars or tutorials. Lecturers and tutors will provide students with additional reading materials as well as essay and problem questions.

      • F Dostoevsky, Crime and Punishment (Penguin)
      • F Kafka, The Trial (Penguin)
      • J Griffith, The Politics of the Judiciary (Fontana Press)
      • H Kennedy, Eve was Framed (Penguin)
      • D Rose, In the Name of the Law (Vintage) 1996.
  • Apply now
    • Application deadlines and interviews
      • You can apply at any time but we recommend that you apply as early as possible.
    • Online application
      You can apply online from the link below.