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This graduate entry law degree will give you the legal knowledge to understand and apply the law, together with skills of legal analysis. Alongside studying the foundation subjects of law such as contract law, public law and the law of trusts you'll have the flexibility to tailor your study to gain a academic law degree, a degree that includes the seven Foundations of Legal Knowledge needed to become a barrister in England and Wales, or a solicitor or barrister in Northern Ireland, or a degree that provides a foundation to take the first assessment (SQE1) of the Solicitors Qualifying Examination in England and Wales.

By the end of your degree, you’ll have the legal knowledge to understand and apply the law, together with skills of legal analysis. When combined with what you’ve learnt from your previous degree, this will make you an excellent candidate for a range of careers within and outside the legal profession.

Please note, this degree is not suitable for qualification as a lawyer in Scotland.

Entry Requirements

An ordinary or honours degree. Computer and internet access required.

If you’re new to study or to the OU, it is recommended that you start with a course at Level 1.