Law with a Year Abroad LLB (Hons)

About this course

This exciting degree programme allows you to complete the core modules required to pass through the academic stage of the route to practice for professional purposes whilst also allowing you the opportunity to spend year three of the programme at an approved European or overseas partner university.

Introduction

This programme offers you the chance to build the foundations of your legal or professional career in an innovative and supportive environment. From the start of your degree, you will benefit from access to our established connections with local legal professionals and be encouraged to engage with real clients and case work, under the guidance and support of our dedicated Law Clinic. You will gain transferable skills that come with living and adapting to life in a different country; skills that will help with your employability and career prospects.

At present, the University of Liverpool has partnership agreements with universities in the following countries:

Australia, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, USA.

What you'll learn

• Research skills using a range of sources, including verbal questioning
• Evaluation skills and the ability to interpret and explain complex information clearly
• Analytical skills
• Reasoning and critical judgement skills
• Ability to formulate sound arguments
• Lateral thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to write concisely
• Confident and persuasive oral communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to draft formal documents with precision.