LLB Law

Bristol is one of the leading centres for law in the UK, ranked 54th in the world and 9th in the UK for Law (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026). Our law degree will give you a solid foundation of legal knowledge and an opportunity to explore a wide range of legal topics. You will be taught in the vibrant and diverse city of Bristol by world-leading academics, who are actively impacting law, policy and practice. Our intellectually demanding, research-rich curriculum will open doors to a variety of prestigious careers, in both law and non-law sectors. Choose from an exciting range of optional units that reflect the expertise of our renowned academics and address the most challenging legal questions facing today's global society. Choosing the LLB in Law at Bristol will enable you to progress onto the Bar Practice Course or prepare, in part, for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), helping you to develop core legal skills and understanding of the seven foundations of legal knowledge. Get a head start in your legal career with the possibility of gaining Qualifying Work Experience (QWE) through one of our law clinics, alongside a wide range of career development support from our in-house careers adviser and university Careers Service. A strong academic experience, combined with opportunities for vocational development, makes our students highly sought after by top employers. Enhance your career prospects through a variety of events and opportunities to network with our impressive calibre of alumni, the legal profession and other sectors. Our ambition is for you to graduate equipped for any future career with a rich, ethically grounded appreciation of law in society, and an ability to demonstrate excellent legal, analytical and reasoning skills.