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In 2014, more graduatesfrom The Universityany other law school Our award-winning

is the largest in the UK with over 30students Our LPC class of 2014 gainedtop 100 law firms,including 9 of the top 10

graduated in summer 2014 had securedwith 91% in law We offer the UKs largestwith over 3,300 opportunities for ourOver 600 practising lawyers bring a

programme, making it the largest oflargest legal alumni group with overbest networking opportunities We workfirms, and have exclusive trainingincluding Linklaters, Ashurst and CMSdatabase featured over 4,000 trainingexperience opportunities and other

The University of Law We are the firstIn 2014, over 2,400 graduates from Thewhich was almost 1,000 more thanof our LPC students secure a training

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of Law secured training contractsthan fromlegal careers and employability service

experts providing one-to-one support totraining contracts at over 75 of the UKs97% of our full-time LPC students who

employment within 9 months of graduation,and most varied pro bono programmestudents to put their legal skills into practicewealth of experience to our mentoring

its type in the UK We have the UKs60,000 alumni giving students thewith over 90 of the top 100 lawrelationships with over 30 of them,Cameron McKenna In 2014 our JobSearchcontracts, pupillage vacancies, workexclusive legal roles for students at

UK university to gain an ABS licenceUniversity of Law secured training contracts,our nearest competitor Nearly two thirdscontract within 9 months of graduating

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A law qualication offers great

diversity and a wide range of

career possibilities. From human

rights, to music and sports, to city

nance, law covers virtually every

aspect of human life. So whetheryou want to practise law or work

in the wider business world, a

legal education is a great place

to start.

A legal career gives you security,status and job satisfaction. But its

also challenging, exciting, varied and

rewarding. Lawyers are some of the

best paid professionals today.

But theres more to a career in law than

nancial reward. Choose law and you

have the chance to make a real difference

by ghting for justice and improving

peoples lives everywhere.

A law qualication gives you a formidable

range of skills which you can transfer to

many other sectors. From multinational

organisations, to banking and nance,

to technology, media and charities, a

legal qualication is highly valued by

employers everywhere.

ChooseLaw

Turnover

oflawfirmsin

theUKincreased

by8.4%toareco

rd

30.6bnin2013

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UKlegal

sectorgenerates

22.6bn

&directlyemploys

300,000people

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We can trace our origins to 1876

with the formation of the leading

tutorial rm Gibson & Weldonandlater on, with the establishment of

The Law Society School of Law.

In 1962the two were amalgamated

to establish The College of Law.

In 2006 we made history by becomingthe rst-ever independent institution

to gain the power to award degrees.

And in 2012 we became the rst private

institution to be given university status,

and became The University of Law.

Our rich heritage is balanced with our

fresh, modern approach. Our passionfor innovation is reected in the way we

teach, with all our courses combining

academic rigour and practical skills.

Youll be learning to think and act

like a lawyer from day one with

a unique approach to preparingambitious professionals to compete

in a fast-changing world.

ChooseTheUniversity of Law

Studying at such arespected institutionmeant thatI experiencedlaw at the mostprestigious level

Solomon WifaPartner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP

Youngest ever Managing Partner of OMelveny & Myers

Itsafact:wevetra

ined

morelawyers

thananyone

else

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Consistently more training contracts awarded*

*Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) 2015

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At The University of Law we

have every condence that well

help you achieve your career

ambitions. We combine years

of experience, unrivalled legal

expertise and a focus on yourfuture employability: our track

record speaks for itself.

Learn to think and act like a lawyer

from day one.

Our courses are designed with input

from leading law rms and aligned with

the demands of todays employers.

Our client-focused courses enable you

to develop commercial awareness,

critical thinking, project management

and networking skills. Youll be taught

by tutors, visiting professors and visiting

lecturers who are qualied solicitors,barristers or judges with extensive

practical experience, giving you

a distinct advantage in the

competitive marketplace.

Award-winning Careers and

Employability service that supports

your career.

With a team of over 30 experts, we

have the largest legal careers and

employability service in the UK,

offering unrivalled one-to-one guidancefrom a team of specialist law careers

advisors and practising solicitors

co-ordinating our pro bono work and

legal placements. We also work with

over 600 external lawyers who bring

a wealth of experience to our

mentoring programme.

Our specialist online legal careers

programme, StEP, is designed to help

you take your rst 10 steps towards

your future as a successful lawyer.

The programme contains a range of

resources, from written advice and

online workshops to practical anduseful web links.

Our JobSearch databasegives you

access to over 4,000 opportunities

from work experience and paralegal

positions, to training contracts and

pupillage vacancies.

The UKs largest and most varied pro

bono programme.

Offering over 3,300 opportunities so you

can put what youve learnt into practice

and work with real clients and lawyers.

Choose Employability

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With the support of thecareers service, I have

been offered manyinterviewsand invitationsto assessment centres

Michael BrainerdGDL Student, Guildford

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We stay ahead to keep you ahead,

making you highly employable.

We have an impressive track record.

Take 2014 for instance, where 97%

of our LPC graduates were employed

within 9 months of graduation*

. In fact,more graduates from The University

of Law secured training contracts than

from any other law school. Our LPC

class of 2014 gained training contracts

at over 75 of the UKs top 100 law rms,

including 9 of the top 10.

The legal world never stands still andwe consult regularly with law rms

and chambers to ensure we keep pace,

adapting our courses to give you the

skills and commercial awareness that

will set you apart.

We work with 90 of the top 100 lawrmsand 30 major law rms choose

to send their trainees exclusively to us.

And in an increasingly global economy

we make sure that we have an

international outlook. We work with

four of the top ve global rms and

have built strong links with law schoolsand professional bodies throughout

Europe and the rest of the world.

Our law firm partners

Preferred provider:Ashfords

Ashurst

Berwin Leighton Paisner

Bevan Brittan

Brabners

Burges Salmon

Charles Russell Speechly

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton

CMS Cameron McKenna

Cripps Harries Hall

Croftons

DLA Piper

Freeth Cartwright

Forsters

Gateleys

Harbottle & Lewis

Hill Dickinson

Irwin Mitchell

Kirkland & Ellis

Linklaters

Maurice Turnor Gardner

Michelmores

Morrison & Foerster

Pannone

Pinsent Masons

Shearman & Sterling

SGH Martineau

Stevens & Bolton

TLT

Trowers & Hamlins

Veale Wasbrough Vizards

Weil Gotshal & Manges

Wragge Lawrence Graham & Co

*Statistic taken from full-time LPC students graduating in summer 2014

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Studying law gaveme extra confidenceto go out and makea positive difference

Miranda BrawnGraduated 2011, London Bloomsbury

Director of Legal and Transaction

Management at Daiwa Capital Markets

Miranda studied the Bar Professional Training

Course (BPTC). As well as qualifying as a

barrister, she has worked in top investment

banks such as Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan

and Citigroup.

of our LPC students

are employedwithin 9 months

*

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Choose from a

number of coursesWe offer a wide range of

exible full-time and part-time

postgraduate courses. Each isdesigned and delivered by

qualied lawyers with small

tutorial groups, high contact

hours and regular feedback.

Our highly respected postgraduatecourses include:

Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)- our

conversion course for non-law graduates

wishing to become a solicitor or barrister

Legal Practice Course (LPC)- for graduates

with a law degree or GDL who wish to

train as a solicitor, offering three optionsincluding our MSc in Law, Business

and Management

Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC)-

for graduates with a law degree or GDL

who wish to train as a barrister

Master of Laws (LLM) - develop specialist

legal skills and broaden your career horizons

with our two brand new LLM programmes

Master of Science in Law, Governance,

Risk and Compliance (MSc) -

a career-enhancing Masters degree

specialising in international law,

regulatory risk and compliance

We also have a range of Professional

Development courses designed to

give lawyers a leading edge. From the

compulsory PSC for trainee solicitors to

our range of training options for qualied

lawyers, all our courses provide the

highest quality and standards.

There is a choice of legal training

programmes covering a variety of

practice areas and delivery optionsto suit lawyers needs. These include

public, in-house and online courses.

We also organise and administer our

structured training programmes

for rms who want to receive the

same training.

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We specialise in teaching, not

research. We focus our energy

on developing innovative andhighly effective teaching methods,

all endorsed by employers.

Study with us and youll benet

from a proven and successful

teaching methodology.

Our teaching is delivered by

professionally qualied tutors

and focuses on the knowledge and

practical skills needed to be successful.

These skills include problem solving,

oral and written communication, team

work and ethical conduct. We keep our

teaching interesting, and our students

regularly give feedback on the excellent

quality and style.

Choose an innovative

teaching approach

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You can expect a combination

of workshops and lectures,

with materials including case

studies which youll explorein small groups. Because we

work closely with employers,

we ensure that its all presented

in a commercial context where

youre taught to deliver client-

focused advice. Youll be given

the opportunity to practisethese skills in real-life scenarios

where youll receive regular

constructive feedback. We also

help you assess your progress

with a variety of methods such

as online multiple choice and

practice assessments.

Our250+tutors

arequalifiedlawy

ers,

passionateabout

teachinglaw

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Chooseto learn

from the bestTo teach at The University of Law,

you have to be outstanding.

Our 250+ team of tutors, visiting

professors and visiting lecturers are

qualied solicitors, barristers or judges

with extensive practical experience

and, most importantly, share a passion

both for law and teaching. Many still

practise, which means youll learn from

their insight into todays legal world.

Each student has a personal tutor

providing one-to-one ongoing support,

as well as advice on starting working life,

whether in law or another discipline.

As resident tutors based in our centres,

they operate an open door policy, so youcan talk to them whenever you need.

Salome VerrellSenior Tutor, London Bloomsbury

Salome started her legal life as a corporate/

commercial lawyer in the City of London,

working for a large music corporation.

She then went on to own a small

high street practice.

We equip our studentswith the skills andexperience that futurelawyers need

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Orla DevineTutor, Manchester

Orlas specialism is employment law.

Whilst practising she advised within the full

spectrum of employment law, from tribunalsto advisory matters.

ULaws practice-based andinnovative learning approachsets the institution apart

Daniel CowanSenior Tutor, London Moorgate

Before joining ULaw to teach, Daniel practised

as a solicitor specialising in litigation.

The teaching team are friendly,supportive and a frighteninglyknowledgeable bunch

Ben FerrisSenior Tutor, Guildford

Ben joined Hogan Lovells as a trainee. Once

qualied he practised there working across high

street brands and global public companies.

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From global business leaders to

eminent QCs and entrepreneurs,

members of parliament and social

campaigners, our alumni are

the best proof of our quality of

teaching and training.Here are just a few you may nd

interesting. They have all used their legal

qualications to get them to where they

are today, making a difference to their

own lives and often to the lives of others.

Lauren RileyGraduated 2010, Manchester

Solicitor and Founder Director ofThe Link App

Lauren studied the Legal Practice Course

(LPC). Since graduating, she has not

only qualied as a family law solicitor,

but launched a successful sideline as an

entrepreneur and won fame starring in

the BBCs The Apprentice in 2014.

Over

60,000alumni

I enjoyed the focus onlearning practical skillsto make you really thinkand act like a lawyer

Choose to succeed

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Nick ConnorGraduated 1987, Guildford

Managing Director, Volvo Car UK LtdNick studied the Legal Practice Course (LPC).

Since then, he has practised as a solicitor

before moving to Volvo Car UK, joining

rst as Group Solicitor and Company

Secretary and then assuming his

current role heading up the UK division

as Managing Director.

Advocacy skills areabsolutely invaluable andwill set you in good steadin a business environment

Solomon WifaGraduated 1997, Guildford

Partner, Willkie Farr & Gallagher (UK) LLP

Solomon studied the Legal Practice Course

(LPC). Since qualifying, he has worked in

practice and became the youngest ever

Managing Partner of the London ofce of

international rm, OMelveny & Myers.

A law qualification gives youmanyinvaluable life skills almost like a toolkit to usenot just professionally butpersonally too

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The quality of our learning

programmes and tutors, the level

of support and student guidance,purpose-built centres in great

locations its little surprise that

our students, past and present,

say theyre delighted they chose

to study law with us.

From business games to mock trials

and negotiation competitions, you can

enhance your learning and boost your

CV without it feeling like work.

Of course, you need time to switch off

from studying too. Our centres have arange of activities and events to make

sure you have a full and well-rounded

experience.

We also have a range of debating

societies, sports teams, fundraising

events, balls, parties and social activities.

And with all our centres close to musicvenues, theatres, cinemas, sports

centres, bars and restaurants, theres

plenty to keep you entertained.

Christine TroughtonBPTC Student, London Bloomsbury

The staff and support are secondto none.They are polished,

proficient, accessible and patient

Choose student

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Rahul JethwaLPC Student, London Moorgate

Without a doubt studying at

The University of Law was thebest decision I have ever made

Siubhan MacDonaldGDL Student, Bristol

The quality of the careers service isfantasticand the advice is practical,personal and taken from experience

Zak AminLPC Student, Birmingham

The level of support the employabilityteam gave students in helping us get

a training contract really stood out

Gideon ZiffGDL Student, Leeds

There is a strong focus ondeveloping the very bestlegal talent

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We have eight centres in seven

cities around the UK, plus a

collaboration with The University

of Exeter.

Each centre offers state-of-the-art facilities

in a modern business environment similar

to the setting of a top law rm. Some of

our centres have mock courtrooms to

add extra realism for future barristers.

So when you start your career, youll becompletely at home in a professional legal

environment.

All our IT suites are fully equipped with

super-fast internet. And our libraries are

lled with the latest legal texts, and youll

have award-winning support from our

library information ofcers. There are

also quiet study areas and chill-out zones,

giving you thinking space.

If you choose a centre close to home,

you can reduce your expenses during

your course. However, if you choose to

study elsewhere, our accommodation

database will help you nd an affordable

place to live, with the option to nd

a privately rented property or shared

accommodation with other law students.

1. Birmingham

2. Bristol

3. Chester

4. Guildford

5. Leeds

6. London Bloomsbury

7. London Moorgate

8. Manchester

9. Collaboration with

The University of Exeter

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variety of locations

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Birmingham

London Moorgate

London BloomsburyLeeds

Bristol

Chester Guildford

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Our GDL

GraduateDiplomain Law

GDL modulesEthics and Professional Legal Practice module

Compulsory online pre-course study

programme on legal method (50 hours)

Development of key legal skills and

professional attributes required by lawyers

Foundation modules

Contract law

Criminal law

Equity and trusts

European Union law

Land law

Public law

Tort

Self-study research project module

Extended essay on your chosen area of law

Detailed guidance on legal research and

essay writing skills

The conversion course for

non-law graduates who want

to become a successful

solicitor or barrister.

Learn to think like a lawyer from

day one so you can hit the ground

running in your legal career

Receive expert training in the legal

and business skills that employers

are looking for

Get award-winning careers

support to help you stand out

from the crowd as soon as you

accept your place

30+lead

inglawfirms

sendtheirtraineest

ous

fortheirGDL

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Study options

For more information on our GDL including entry requirements, fees and locations,

visit law.ac.uk/gdl

Course feesFees cover tuition, textbooks, study manuals, course

materials, learning resources and rst attempt at allexams and assessments.

For information on scholarships, paying fees and

funding options, go to page 40.

Assessments and exams

Ethics and Professional Legal Practice module: 30-minute, multiple choice open book exam

on legal method

Graded essay on an ethical dilemma

Foundation modules:

Three-hour closed book exam

Self-study research project module:

Extended essay on your chosen area of law

Course Applications open Apply to Website Contact

Full-time Starting January 2016:October 2014

Starting October 2016:

October 2015

Starting January 2017:

October 2015

Central Applications

Board (CAB)

lawcabs.ac.uk [email protected]

Part-time and

i-GDL

Part-time starting

October 2016:

October 2015

i-GDL starting January 2016:

February 2015

i-GDL starting October 2016:

October 2015

i-GDL starting January 2017:

February 2016

The University of Law

Admissions

law.ac.uk/gdl [email protected]

0800 289997(UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000

(International)

How to apply

Course Start dates Hours per week

Full-time (9 months) January 2016, September 2016 and January 2017 45

Part-time (21 months) September 2016 22.5

i-GDL (21 months) January 2016, October 2016 and January 2017 22.5

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Our LPC

Legal PracticeCourse

The best possible preparation

to practise law as a fully

qualied solicitor and the skills

to succeed in business.

Qualify with an LPC, with the

option to gain an MSc or LLM at

no extra cost

Develop your commercial

awareness, critical thinking,

project management and

networking skills

Tailor your course to your

specialist areas of interest through

a wide choice of elective subjects

LPC modulesStage One: Core practicearea modules

Introduction to professional practice

Business law and practice knowledge

Business law and practice skills

Dispute resolution knowledge (includingcriminal litigation)

Dispute resolution skills Real estate knowledge

Real estate skills

Each module covers a range of skills including

advocacy, interviewing and advising, practical

legal research, critical thinking, writing and

drafting, and project and risk management.

Stage Two: Professionalelective modulesChoose three of the following professional

elective modules:

Advanced criminal litigation law and practice*

Advanced real estate law and practice

Commercial dispute resolution law and practice

Commercial law and practice

Competition law and practice*

Debt nance law and practice Employment law and practice

Family law and practice*

Immigration law and practice*

Intellectual property law and practice

Mergers and acquisitions law and practice

Personal injury and clinical negligencelitigation law and practice*

Private client law and practice*

Public companies law and practice

Choose from:

LPC the core Legal Practice Course

LPC MScin Law, Businessand Management

LPC LLMin Professional Legal Practice

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Masters optionsIf you choose to study the LPC MSc or the

LPC LLM your programme of study will cover:

LPC MSc in Law, Business andManagement

Stage One and Two LPC modules Law and Business module:

Classical and contemporary theories of business

Critically reading nancial accounts

Analysing a companys competitive advantage

Understanding and developing business strategy

Analysing trends in global business

Understanding a companys share price

Corporate marketing and management skills Business Case Study Report

LPC LLM in ProfessionalLegal Practice Stage One and Two LPC modules

Law and Business module or a fourth

professional elective

Professional Practice Research Report

*Not available on Full-time Accelerated course starting in July 2016.If you wish to study these modules, you will need to change to aSeptember or January start.

Note that availability of each module is subject to sufcient uptakeby students.

Assessments and examsLPC

Open and closed-book assessments

Research and writing assignments

Oral presentations

File of work for elective modulesLPC MSc

Same as LPC, plus:

Business Case Study Report (can be completed

during training contract for LPC Accelerated)

LPC LLM

Same as LPC, plus:

Professional Practice Research Report

(can be completed during training contractfor LPC Accelerated)

OurLPCclass

of2014secured

trainingcontract

s

atover75ofthe

UKstop100law

firms,including

9ofthetop10

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Study options

Course Applications open Apply to Website Contact

Full-time Starting October 2016:October 2015


Board (CAB)


Full-time

Accelerated

Accelerated starting

January 2016: October 2014Accelerated starting

July 2016:October 2015

Accelerated starting

January 2017:October 2015


Board (CAB)


Part-time and

i-LPC

Part-time starting October

2016:

October 2015

i-LLM LPC starting

March 2016:February 2015

i-LPC starting

September 2016:

October 2015

i-LPC starting March 2017:

February 2016

The University of Law

Admissions

law.ac.uk/lpc [email protected]

0800 289997(UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000

(International)

How to apply


Full-time (9 months) September 2016 40 - 45

Full-time Accelerated(6 months)

January 2016, July 2016 and January 2017 55+

Part-time (21 months) September 2016 20 - 22.5 (day, eveningsor weekends)

i-LPC (22 months) March 2016, September 2016 and March 2017 20 - 22.5

Course feesFees cover tuition, textbooks, course materials,learning resources and rst attempt at all exams

and assessments.

Includes Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)

registration fee.



For more information on our LPC including entry requirements, fees and locations,

visit law.ac.uk/lpc

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The LPC has helped todevelop my commercialawareness and achievemy career ambition

Hannah TsuiLPC Student, Birmingham

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Our BPTC

Bar ProfessionalTraining Course

BPTC modulesThe course is structured to follow the stages oflitigation from the start of a case to conclusion

or appeal.

Knowledge areas

Civil litigation, evidence and remedies

Criminal litigation, evidence and sentencing

Professional ethics

Core skills Opinion writing

Drafting

Conference skills

Legal research

Case analysis

Resolution of disputes out of court

Advocacy skills (three areas of advocacy

skills are assessed, making up 25% of youroverall qualication)

Professional ethics and conduct

Specialist electives

Two specialist options from a list

typically including:

Advanced criminal litigation

Alternative dispute resolution mediation

Chancery

Employment tribunal practice

Family practice

Immigration and asylum practice

International commercial practice

Judicial review

Personal injury and clinical negligence practice

Professional training to help

you secure pupillage andprepare you for life at the Bar.

Rigorous selection process to

attract the brightest candidates,

creating a stimulating learning

environment for all

Uniquely structured to mirror abarristers real-life experience of

the litigation process to help you

practise as you learn and develop

your commercial acumen

Master your advocacy skills with

unparalleled opportunities topractise in real courtrooms, beyond

Bar Standards Board requirements

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Course feesFees cover tuition, practitioner texts, textbooks,

interactive manuals, course materials, learning

resources and your rst attempt at all exams

and assessments.

Includes the Bar Standards Board registration fee.



Study options

Course Applications open Applications close Apply to Website Contact

Full-time

and

part-time

7 December 2015 13 January 2016 (later

applications considered

until courses are full)

Bar Student

Application

Service

(BarSAS)

barsas.com [email protected]

0800 289997(UK)

+44 (0)1483 216000

(International)

How to apply


Full-time (10 months) September 2016 48

Part-time weekend(22 months)

September 2016 24

Assessments and exams 12 assessments in core subjects throughout

the course

Mock assessments in all subjects apart

from electives

Bar Standards Board centralised assessments

in March and April

For more information on our BPTC including entry requirements, fees and locations,visit law.ac.uk/bptc

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Our LLM
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HeadingOur LLMMaster of Laws

Our LLMs are designed for law graduates

and qualied lawyers. Each programme

will focus on building the key specialist

knowledge and skills you need to add

weight to your CV and make you stand

out in a competitive job market.

Well-respected by law rms and legal

employers around the world, an LLM

provides you with the opportunity to

develop your career on an international

scale. The more specialist skills set you

have, the further employers will look to

employ you.

Study one of our LLMs, and you will have

the opportunity to demonstrate your expert

knowledge to potential employers through

your own bespoke research project on your

chosen specialist area.

Whether you are a law graduate looking to

bolster your training contract applications, or

a qualied lawyer looking for a career change,our LLMs are an excellent way to gain in-depth

legal knowledge and develop your analytical,

critiquing and evaluative skills.

Both LLMs will initially be available for online

study only, allowing you the exibility to t

your studies around other commitments, such

as work and family.

To register your interest and to be one

of the rst to hear about our new LLMs,

visit law.ac.uk/llmand complete the

enquiry form.

Broaden your career horizons

and enhance your legal skills

in a specialised practice area.

We are currently reviewing our

Master of Laws (LLM) programmes

to meet changing requirements in

the legal profession. We are excited

to announce that we are developing

two brand new LLMs for 2016 in the

following areas:

Conict Resolution

Law and Intellectual Property

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The University of Lawhas aformidablereputationin the

provision oflegal education

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Our MSc

Master ofScience in Law,Governance,Risk andCompliance(GRC)

MSc modulesCore modules:

International business organisations

(compulsory)

International public companies

practice (recommended)

International capital markets and loans

practice (recommended)

Other modules include:

International intellectual property practice

International competition/anti-trust law

and practice

International mergers and acquisitions practice

International joint ventures practice

International arbitration practice

International commercial law

Range of specialisms (delivered via the

ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and

Compliance) include:

Anti-money laundering

Counter-terrorist nancing

Regulatory compliance, risk and legal areas

Develop your internationallegal and GRC knowledge

and gain a career-enhancing

postgraduate qualication.

Reects cutting-edge approaches

to international law, regulatory

risk and compliance, delivered in

conjunction with the International

Compliance Association (ICA)

Learn to apply regulations

on the global stage from

qualied lawyers with

international experience

Boost your career with a

recognised and valuable

professional Masters degree

through our online distance

learning options

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Course feesFees include tuition, course materials, learning

resources and all rst attempt assessments.

Assessments and exams Module assignment (3,000 - 5,000 words) at

the end of each of the three core modules.

Final assessment requires a Professional

Practice Dissertation (supervised,

maximum 7,500 words) on one module topic,

with up to three hours of e-mail supervision

from your tutor.

The ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk and

Compliance requires an oral examination

conducted by the ICA.

How to apply

Course Start date

15 months,

18 months or

24 months

January or July 2016.No attendance at our centres required.

Course Applications open Applications Close Apply to Website Contact

Full-time Starting January 2016:

August 2015Starting July 2016:

February 2016

Starting January 2016:

January 2016Starting July 2016:

July 2016

The University

of LawAdmissions

law.ac.uk/

msc-law

[email protected]

0800 289997(UK)+44 (0)1483 216000

(International)

For more information on our MSc including entry requirements, fees and locations,

visit law.ac.uk/msc-law

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Are you looking for a legalqualication to match your

global ambitions?

A qualication in English law could be

your vital rst step to a successful and

exciting career.

With so many major corporate transactions

and international issues dealt with under

English law, if youre qualied to practise

in your own jurisdictions, you may also

need to understand English legal concepts.

This can set you on your way to a rewarding

career and improve your job prospects in

the highly competitive legal market.

Why study English law with us?Were a world leader in legal education and

training, helping future lawyers gain the

skills the legal profession is looking for.

With an unrivalled reputation for quality

going back to 1876, we give you accessto tutors with hands-on legal experience,

cutting-edge learning methods and useful

professional connections.

With more than 1,200 students from over

100 countries, weve trained more lawyers

in English law than any other law school.

Studying with us will open up a world ofcareer opportunities.

Students who study English law with us

have gone on to high-level legal careers,

as well as successful careers in other

professions throughout the world, such

as nance, government, managementconsultancy and journalism, among

many others.

Connect with usWherever you are in the world, you can talk

to us about making a successful legal career

by studying at The University of Law.

Education agentsYou can contact our extensive worldwide

network of education agents, who can

answer any questions you might have

about studying with us. To nd your

nearest agent, visit the Internationalagents section of our website at

law.ac.uk/international

International eventsYou can also nd us at one of the many

international events where well be

exhibiting throughout 2015/2016.Come and see us to discuss what you

want to achieve in your career.

Skype callsOne-to-one Skype calls with a member

of our International team allow you to

discuss and ask questions about thecareer and courses youre interested in.

To nd out more about events and to

arrange a Skype call with one of our

International team members, visit

law.ac.uk/international-events

Internationalstudents

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Elena AderGDL International Student, Manchester

The workshops and talksat ULaw have given me

valuable insight into theprofessional worldin the UK

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International connectionsWhen you study with us, you can tap

into our connections with many leading

global law rms. We have exclusive

arrangements to develop and deliver

training programmes for trainees around

the world for rms such as Linklaters.

To make sure we remain at the forefrontof global legal education, our international

connections extend to partnerships with

Education UK (British Council), Study

Group Ltd, East China University of Political

Science and Law (ECUPSL) and IE Law

School in Spain.

Eight prime UK locationsWherever you choose to study with us, our

centres are located close to the UKs major

business and legal hubs and no more than

40 minutes away from one of the UKs

international airports.

For more information on our centresvisitlaw.ac.uk/locations

Living and studying in the UKMoving to a new country to study is a

big decision. We dont just give you a

warm welcome, we help you settle in.

Our Student Support Services team areon hand to help you with everything from

getting a UK bank account and mobile

phone to nding accommodation. We can

also organise an airport meet and greet

service for you on arrival.

AccommodationIf youre coming to the UK to study a

postgraduate course with us, our online

accommodation site Studentpad has

information on places to live that are close

to where you choose to study. Youll get

access to this as soon as you accept

your place.

Making friends and connectionsAt each of our centres, youll have the

opportunity to get involved in societies

and events organised by other students,

or you can even set one up yourself.

We have an International Students Societyat our London centres, which gives you the

opportunity to socialise, as well as attend

events arranged with city and international

law rms.

For further information on studying in

the UK, visit educationuk.org

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Visas for international studentsOur International Visa Ofce provides

professional support and advice on

international student visas. You can call

them on +44 (0)1483 216588or send them

an e-mail: [email protected]

If youre a student from outside the EEA

and want to study in the UK full-time forsix months or longer, youll need a Tier 4

(General) Student Visa. The University can,

subject to you complying with the visa

rules, sponsor you to study in the UK.

The University of Law holds a Tier 4

sponsor licence and is listed on the UK

Visas & Immigration register as a highereducation institution. Our licence number

is U4353Q8C9.

Please note that immigration regulations

are subject to change at any time and that

youll need to check (even if you have

previously applied for a visa to study in

the UK). Our International Visa Ofcewould be happy to help and answer any

specic questions about The University of

Laws sponsorship of students under Tier 4

of the Points Based System.

Kwan Yi ChanGDL International Student, Leeds

I have gained a betterunderstanding of thelegal marketand becomemuch more determined toachieve my goal

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Were committed to helping thebrightest minds achieve their

career ambitions, whatever

their background. Thats why

we have one of the largest and

most generous scholarship

programmes in legal education.

If youre a high achiever with the drive

to succeed in a legal career, dont let

your circumstances or the cost of

studying law put you off. We may be

able to help you achieve your dreams

by providing a scholarship.

Financial contributions are available for

our GDL, LPC and BPTC course fees,

including some full-fee scholarships.

Our scholarships are awarded on a

combination of need and merit.

For more information and toregister your interest in our

2016/17 Scholarship Programme,

visit law.ac.uk/scholarships

Scholarshipsand funding

Sam FrostBPTC Student, London Bloomsbury

Scholarship Winner

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LoansMetro Bank Professional Studies Loan for

Legal Studies

The Metro Bank Professional Studies Loan for LegalStudies is available exclusively for University of

Law students on the GDL, LPC and BPTC courses.

It applies to programmes at any of our centres, and

is available for full-time, part-time and online study

students who meet Metro Banks eligibility criteria.

You could borrow between 1,000 and 25,000 and

only have to start paying it back six months after

you complete your study with us (providing you

do not take a study gap* between any courses).

For example, if you study our GDL and go on

immediately to study the LPC or BPTC with us,

theres no need to commence repayments of your

GDL loan until you nish your nal course.

You can apply for a Metro Bank Professional Studies

Loan up to six months before your course start date.

You must, however, have accepted an offer before

you apply. In 2014, 95% of all loan applicationssubmitted by our students were approved by

Metro Bank.

For more information about Metro Bank funding

as well as other third-party funding organisations,

visitlaw.ac.uk/funding

Full-time coursesYou can opt to pay your fees using our exible nance

options, developed as a result of student feedback.

Just choose the payment scheme that best meets yourneeds when you accept your place with us.

Pay monthly by direct debit**

You can spread the cost of your full-time study by using

direct debit. So, if you are on a nine-month course, you

can choose to pay in nine monthly instalments.

Pay in four instalments**

Our four payment instalment scheme allows you to

spread the cost of your course over its duration.

Pay in two instalments

Pay your fees in two convenient instalments during

the rst half of your course. Then you can relax and

concentrate on your studies, knowing that your fees

have been taken care of.

Part-time coursesPay monthly by direct debit

Our monthly instalment payment planenables you

to spread the cost of your training over 16 or 20

monthly payments over the duration of your course.

Pay in four instalmentsPay your fees in four convenient instalments during

each year of your course.

Terms and conditions apply.

For full details visit law.ac.uk/instalments

Funding your coursePayment options on our GDL, LPC and BPTC

* Taking a study gap refers to any period of time that delays the nishing

of your studies at The University of Law. For example, taking any time-out

between or during courses; deferring or intermitting any part of the course;

switching from a full-time to part-time course mid-term; or discontinuing,

cancelling or withdrawing from a course.

** Please note that these schemes are not available to non-EEA students who

require a Tier 4 visa, or those studying on the Accelerated 6 month LPC, LLB

or GDL Full-time January 2016 start.

Please note that any instalment plans greater than four payments incur

a 300 one off admin fee, payable upon the rst instalment. Late or failed

direct debits will incur a 50 penalty charge. Please see full Terms &

Conditions for further information.

All subject to status.

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Find us

Birmingham133 Great Hampton Street

Birmingham

B18 6AQ

BristolTemple Circus

Temple Way

Bristol

BS1 6HG

Here is a useful list of our centre addresses:

ChesterChristleton Hall

Pepper Street

Christleton

Chester

CH3 7AB

GuildfordBraboeuf Manor

Portsmouth Road

Guildford

Surrey

GU3 1HA

Leeds15-16 Park Row

Leeds

LS1 5HD

London Bloomsbury14 Store Street

London

WC1E 7DE

London Moorgate2 Bunhill Row

London

EC1Y 8HQ

Manchester2 New York Street

Manchester

M1 4HJ

T 0800 289997 (UK)+44 (0)1483 216000(international)

[email protected]

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The University of Law pursues a policy ofcontinuous development of its courses and

services. This document is for guidance only

and does not form part of any contract. It is

subject to change without notice. The information

contained within it is correct at the date of

publication, October 2015. We reserve the right to

withdraw or change for any reason and without

notice, any of the programmes, locations and/

or to alter tuition fees, entry requirements and/or the facilities and/or services available from or

provided by or on behalf of the University. Please

note that the choice of subjects may be limited

by considerations of timetable, stafng and/or

available places on a course.

Images and copyright

All images in this prospectus are of

The University of Law students, tutors

or alumni.

The University of Law 2015.

Disclaimer

The University of Law Limited is a company registered in England and Wales,

Company Number 07933838, with registered ofce at

Braboeuf Manor, St Catherines, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 1HA.

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