Law with Foundation Year

Course Summary

The professionally accredited LLB (Hons) Law at Liverpool John Moores University is taught by a supportive and highly qualified team of legal professionals and academic staff. - Sandwich year option providing students with the opportunity to undertake a supported, year-long work placement in the UK or overseas - Teaching from supportive and highly qualified legal professionals and academics - Direct progression onto professional practice training programmes - Opportunities to study in Europe as part of the School of Law's Erasmus + programme - International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more Foundation Year The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the interest and ability to study for a degree, but do not have the qualifications to enter directly onto the LLB Law honours degree programme yet. Once you pass the Foundation Year (level 3) you will progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. If you are a full-time UK student, you will qualify for student financial support for the full duration of your course (subject to eligibility criteria).

Course Details - Modules

Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment varies depending on the modules you choose, but will usually include a combination of exams and coursework. The School of Law prides itself on its assessment methods, which combine traditional exams (seen and unseen) and coursework (essays and reports) with pioneering skills-based assessments, such as mooting, dispute resolution and mediation. We acknowledge that every student is unique and may perform differently depending on how they are assessed, so we offer a variety of assessment options through tailored modules to suit your specific learning requirements.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Solicitors Regulation Authority

Bar Standards Board

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: M101

Institution code: L51

Campus Name: Liverpool John Moores University

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Minimum number of A Levels required: 2 Is general studies acceptable? Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications Are AS level awards acceptable? Yes Average A Level offer: DDD Maximum AS Level points accepted: 20

We are looking for students who are keen to learn new skills and develop those they already possess. Your personal statement should be concise and to the point. We want to see a systematic approach behind your submission with evidence that you have organisational ability. Explain why you want to do the course at LJMU, show you’ve done some research into it and be aware of the career pathways. Work experience or contact with the legal system would be advantageous along with individual achievements. For the full time degree programme formal qualifications are essential, but if you think that there is something special you have to offer and your qualifications don't quite meet the entry requirements, contact us to discuss your application and you may be invited for an interview. What the Admissions Panel must see is that you have the ability and aptitude to complete the degree. Applications are welcomed from mature and non-standard applicants, who will be considered on an individual basis. These applicants may be required to submit an essay and/or attend an interview, and should demonstrate potential and motivation and/or have relevant experience. International applicants will be considered in line with UK qualifications.

Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Further information: At least 24 Merits and 21 Passes or any other combination that equates to 72 UCAS Tariff points in a relevant subject

International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Additional information: 24 IB Diploma Points

Extended diploma (QCF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Extended diploma subjects / grades required: MMP if studied on its own or to the total of 72 UCAS points if combined with other qualifications

Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Grades / subjects required: 72 UCAS Tariff points with a maximum 20 UCAS Tariff points from Ordinary Level

Applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or • Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/ English • Functional skills level 2 in Maths/ English Prior to starting the programme

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 72%

Go onto work and study: 96%

Fees and funding

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
International	11000.0	Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Full-time industrial placement year fee for home students: £1850 per annum. Full-time industrial placement year fee for international students: £3650 per annum. All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval. The above fees are for 2021/22. Fees for 2022/23 are to be provided.

Provider information

Egerton Court (Headquarters)
2 Rodney Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Liverpool
L1 2UA