Law (Graduate Entry) LLB (Hons)

Year of entry

2026 - for 2027 entry see here - for 2026 entry see here

UCAS code

M105

Duration of study

2 years

Law (Graduate Entry) - LLB (Hons)

Advance your career with an LLB award from our internationally renowned Law School. This two-year graduate entry programme is open to anyone with an undergraduate degree and includes all the subjects traditionally considered to be the foundations of the law of England and Wales. Two Canadian Law modules are included among the options available to you on this programme, making it a first step towards a successful legal career in the common law jurisdictions of Canada as well as in England and Wales.

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Why study Law (Graduate Entry) at Keele University?

Our programme covers the foundations of legal knowledge and the additional content required to practice law in Canada and other commonwealth jurisdictions

Tailor your degree programme to your interests and career aspirations through an enriched curriculum and professional networks

Fast-track preparation for a legal career through a two-year programme

Global Top 100 for International Outlook, Law (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)

Global Top 250 for Law (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)

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Course structure

Modules for Law (Graduate Entry)

Our courses are designed to develop the skills, experience and expertise you'll need to succeed in your chosen career, informed by the latest research, teaching methods, student feedback, and employer insights. Module details are representative of what we intend to deliver on the course, but may change to reflect best practice and academic development. This information should therefore not be considered a definitive list of available modules.

Compulsory modules

Criminal Law
This module introduces you to the role of criminal law in modern society and encourages you to appreciate criminal law within its theoretical, social, and political contexts. You will learn to access, review and critically evaluate criminal law concepts through engaging with legal and academic materials. You will build on and further develop your skills in analysing problems and in critically evaluating the law, including theoretical issues and current controversies.

Public Law
This module critically introduces key principles of UK public law. It explores foundational concepts of the UK’s constitution such as parliamentary sovereignty, the separation of powers, and the rule of law. It analyses the relationship between the state and the individual, human rights, and the role of administrative law in controlling governmental power. This module enables you to critically analyse the UK’s constitution and to use legal research and reasoning to solve constitutional and administrative law problems.

Legal Essentials
This module introduces you to the English legal system and to the legal, academic, and personal skills needed to participate effectively as a Law student, through delivery of four streams of learning and teaching: Thinking Law; Making Law; Doing Law; and Being Law. It develops your skills in finding and working with legal materials and making legal arguments, through individual and group work. You will also reflect on your skills development journey, identifying future development needs and sources of support.

Obligations
The Law of Obligations examines liability in both contract and tort law. You will have the opportunity to learn how contracts are formed and when contracts do not go to plan! You will also learn about the tort of negligence and available tortious remedies. This module is the foundation for numerous legal specialities, including medical law, employment law and family law. You will develop the skills to effectively analyse cases and statutes and apply your knowledge to real world scenarios.

Compulsory modules

Law of Trusts
As one of the key foundations of legal knowledge, Equity & Trusts will ensure that you have the skills and confidence to engage in critical analysis, working with case law and problem-solving in this important area of law. Dealing with testamentary and life-time trusts, private and charitable trusts, breach of trust and associated remedies, its scope is broad and its utility clear. This module is essential should you wish to pursue a career in legal practice.

Law of Real Property
The module starts by considering the meaning of ‘property’ and the consequences of using property-based rules to regulate the use of land. It then critically considers the legal and equitable rules relating to the creation, protection, transfer, and shared enjoyment of rights in land. You explore the relationship between law and equity and between case law and statute. Particular attention is given to developing practical skills, including reading and interpreting statute law and problem solving.

Law of the European Union
This module introduces key institutions, methods, and principles of EU law, and looks at how power is defined, exercised, and distributed among EU institutions and Member States. It explores different forms of regional integration and considers the EU’s evolution. The significance of EU citizenship and the Internal Market are also introduced. The module will enable you to acquire detailed knowledge of substantive legal principles underpinning EU law and to undertake independent legal research to analyse key issues in EU law.

Optional modules

Introduction to Canadian Law
This module introduces you to the foundations of the Canadian legal system, exploring its history, key principles, and institutional structures. You will examine the sources of Canadian law, including the Constitution, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the distinctive role of Indigenous legal traditions. The module encourages you to compare the Canadian and UK legal systems, while engaging with the social, political, and theoretical contexts that shape Canadian law. You will develop your skills in comparative legal analysis, critical evaluation, and independent research through the exploration of contemporary legal questions and debates.

Project Module Dissertation
The dissertation module enables you to design and complete an extended independent research project on a legal topic of your choosing. Working with a supervisor, you will formulate a research question, undertake detailed legal research and produce a substantial piece of academic writing. The module provides an opportunity to consolidate and demonstrate the research, analytical and organisational skills you have been developing throughout your degree.

Contemporary Law Reform Project
This module gives you the opportunity to undertake an independent piece of research focusing on the need for reform in a specific area of law. You will critically analyse the existing law, engage with academic commentary, and develop reasoned and evidence‑based proposals for legal reform. The module develops advanced research, analytical and communication skills whilst engaging directly with a contemporary legal debate.

Law and Family
This module examines contemporary families in all their diversity, including the welfare and care of children. You will critically examine the law relating to families and family disputes in their social and political contexts. You will analyse the concept of the 'legal child' and the construction of childhood by examining a range of changing social circumstances. You will further develop your evaluative and written advocacy skills through assessing the existing law in these areas and making suggestions for reform.

Commercial Law
This module offers you an exciting opportunity to explore and understand commercial law issues. It is an ideal choice for anyone aiming for a career in the English legal profession or a field of commerce. We look at both practical legal doctrines and theoretical questions of English commercial law in the context of economic activity. This module will equip you to appreciate, evaluate and apply complex statutory and judicial rules governing commercial activity.

Legal Advice Clinic
This module provides practical experience of working with real clients in Keele’s Legal Advice Clinics, under the supervision of qualified solicitors. You will develop key professional skills, including client interviewing and legal research and drafting, while reflecting on your personal and professional development. The module enhances employability and may contribute towards Qualifying Work Experience (QWE), subject to regulatory requirements.

Corporate Law
This module explores the central features of company law with focus on the doctrine of separate corporate personality, the changing nature of shares, the company constitution, the statutory duties of directors and shareholder protection. Furthermore, the module addresses the company as a socio-economic actor through the study of corporate theory, and, finally, the module explores corporate law practice. This module will enable you to appreciate, evaluate and apply the law, theory and practice of corporate regulation.

Canadian Constitutional Law
Explore Canada’s distinctive constitutional framework, focusing on its federal structure, rights protection, and constitutional principles. You will examine key features such as the division of powers between federal and provincial governments, the operation of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and the recognition of Indigenous rights within the constitutional order. The module encourages critical engagement with contemporary constitutional debates, enabling you to develop your ability to analyse complex legal materials, evaluate judicial decisions, and construct clear and persuasive constitutional arguments.

You can view the Programme Specification for this course by visiting the Programme Specifications webpage. (opens in new tab)

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Double Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework

Keele is one of only 15 broad-based universities in England - out of over 100 - to have been awarded Gold in both the 2017 and 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) exercises, demonstrating our consistent teaching excellence.

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Additional opportunities

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There are a range of additional opportunities for this course.
Please note that undertaking one may impact the availability of another.

Community Legal Outreach Collaboration Keele (CLOCK)

Community Legal Outreach Collaboration Keele (CLOCK) is a multi-agency collaboration with the Stoke Family Court, law firms, mediators, Citizens Advice, Domestic and Sexual Abuse survivor support services. CLOCK provides support to litigants in person (parties to court proceedings who do not have a lawyer to represent them) through the innovative role of the Community Legal Companion. Community Legal Companions help identify if a person is eligible for legal aid and where this is not available, assist them with a range of tasks within the remit of the McKenzie Friend principles.

Whether you participate in CLOCK as an extracurricular activity or as part of the optional Community Legal Outreach project module in your final year, you will be trained by court staff and other specialists to undertake the role of a Community Legal Companion (always assisting, never advising). Working as a Community Legal Companion gives you an opportunity to build key interpersonal skills that are crucial to a career in law and beyond. You will learn to collaborate with others, communicate effectively with various audiences and apply your skills to real-life situations.

Mooting (A mock appeal hearing on a point of law)

Challenge your peers through optional mooting competitions and showcase your knowledge through practice. You will apply your research, writing and presentation skills in the staged legal environment we have here at Keele as a traditional court room setup. This experience will help you to build confidence when working independently as well as a team. You will learn how to work effectively under pressure and how to meet deadlines but you will also develop and refine your public speaking skills and ability to convey robust arguments which is critical within the legal profession.

You may have the opportunity to get involved with national and international mooting competitions which you can document and use to support future job applications. These events sometimes attract members of the bar and legal academics, providing a great networking opportunity.

Stand out from the crowd

Work placement year

Embark on a valuable placement year between the 1st and 2nd year of your law degree to develop your expertise in the workplace and build connections and networks amongst professionals. This experience can help guide your career path and develop your skills further. We have a dedicated placements support team who will support you to find an appropriate placement and help you prepare for it.

Entry requirements

These are the typical entry requirements for this course for a range of UK and international qualifications. If your qualifications aren't listed, please contact us to check if we can accept them. If you don't think you'll meet the stated requirements, you may be able to access this course via a Foundation Year.

Typical offer

A first undergraduate degree with a 2:2 or above in any subject is required (or international equivalent).

Additional information

Canadian applicants: GPA 2.5 / 70% / B+ to B-

English language requirements

All our courses require an English language qualification or test. Most students meet this through a 4 or C in GCSE English. Please visit our English Language pages for details, including test information for international students. For students who require a test, this course requires a result from Group B.

Alternative and contextual offers

We're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for applicants with the potential and motivation to succeed, regardless of background. We offer alternative offer schemes with clear eligibility criteria, including contextual offers, offers for those studying in the Keele region, and recognition of a range of additional qualifications.

General information

The entry grades outlined indicate the typical offer, along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary conditions based upon a candidate's application. For international students, find out how we work with approved agents as part of our admissions process.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2027/28 2026/27 academic year

The tuition fee for UK Home students starting in 2027/282026/27 is set by the UK Government and will be £10,050£9,790.

International: Band 1, £18,200 for the 2026/27 academic year

International fees for 2027/28 entry have not yet been confirmed. We review all tuition fees annually and will update this page once they are finalised.

In subsequent years of your course, UK Home fees may change in line with government policy or legislative requirements. For continuing international students, fees will increase each year in line with RPI, capped at a maximum of 5% per year.

For details of our international fee bands visit our Undergraduate tuition fees page.

Please note, this course is not eligible for Student Finance England funding. As such, you will need to ensure that you have alternative funding in place to pay for your fees.

Financial support

Going to university can be daunting as well as exciting. It's important to understand the costs and financial support available.

Our Student Financial Support team offers confidential advice and guidance to help you manage your money, resolve issues with Student Finance, create a budget, explore your options if you're facing financial hardship, and access any funding you are eligible for, such as bursaries and scholarships.

For more information visit our undergraduate fees and funding pages.

Additional costs

The additional costs listed below apply to the 2026/27 academic year. Costs for 2027/28 entry will be confirmed closer to the time, so the information below should be used as a guide only.

Optional costs

There may be optional costs that students can choose to incur to enhance their learning experience. These are not required to complete the course. Details of these optional costs are outlined below to help you plan accordingly.

Students may also incur general expenses related to university study, such as for printing, textbooks and other materials. Students who undertake a placement may be responsible for additional costs, such as travel, accommodation, and subsistence costs. For further information, please refer to the additional costs information.

Additional textbooks where required: £50

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Your future career

Keele is Top 15 in the UK for graduate employability
(Uni Compare Rankings 2026)

Keele’s Careers and Employability team offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability. From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.

Find out more about Careers and Employability Support at Keele