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If you're a UK applicant wanting to study full-time starting in September, you must apply via UCAS unless otherwise specified. If you're an international applicant wanting to study full-time, you can choose to apply via UCAS or directly to the University.
If you're applying for part-time study, you should apply directly to the University. If you require a Student visa, please be aware that you will not be able to study as a part-time student at undergraduate level.
Why study this course?
Our Law LLB (including foundation year) degree course is designed for students who wish to start a career in the legal industry but may not have the traditional entry qualifications necessary to join our Law LLB course.
This course begins with a foundation year, which will allow you to develop the academic skills, confidence and knowledge to progress onto our LLB Law (Hons) degree, which is an internationally recognised qualification.
By the end of this degree course, you will meet the requirements necessary to train to be a solicitor or barrister, and you will also have the skills and qualifications necessary to pursue a variety of career options in the legal sector.
Top seven in the country for satisfaction with teaching
Our law courses were ranked in the top seven in the UK for satisfaction with teaching, according to the Guardian University Guide 2024
Third in London for student satisfaction
Our law courses are ranked third in London for overall student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2025
Learn the skills you need to reach your full potential
This four-year degree course includes an intensive foundation year (Year 0) which will provide you with the skills required for your subsequent three years of study
Course details
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, the students should have:
- a minimum of grades CCC in three A levels in academic or business subjects (or a minimum of 96 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, eg BTEC National, OCR Diploma or Advanced Diploma)
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course at London Met. Find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa (previously Tier 4) you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. This course requires you to meet our standard requirements.
If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.
There are diverse assessment methods, depending on which optional modules students elect. These include:
- Traditional closed-book examinations
- Written coursework, including case studies, literature reviews, research proposals and research essays
- Oral presentations, including mooting and negotiation simulations
- Legal writing, including letters of claim, formal advice and negotiation briefing
- Written applications for legal employment, including legal CVs
- Pro Bono assignments
- MCQ tests
- Multi-media portfolios
- Critical research projects
Once you have graduated from this course, you will be well prepared to continue your path towards qualifying as a solicitor or barrister. You could also enter a role in paralegal practice, compliance, human resources, local government, or NGOs, where legal knowledge is highly valued. Past alumni have gone on to work for organisations such as Citizens Advice, local councils, private law firms, and regulatory bodies.
Further study options include the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), Bar Practice Courses and specialist postgraduate study in fields such as human rights, international trade, or criminology.
Continuing your studies with us
The Guildhall School of Business and Law has a range of industry-linked postgraduate courses available on a full-time and part-time basis in law. These courses would be ideal for postgraduate progression:
If you study your undergraduate degree with us, as a graduate of London Met, you'll be entitled to a 20% discount on a postgraduate course if you continue your studies with us.
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How to apply
If you're a UK applicant wanting to study full-time starting in September, you must apply via UCAS unless otherwise specified. If you're an international applicant wanting to study full-time, you can choose to apply via UCAS or directly to the University.
If you're applying for part-time study, you should apply directly to the University. If you require a Student visa, please be aware that you will not be able to study as a part-time student at undergraduate level.
When to apply
The University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) accepts applications for full-time courses starting in September from one year before the start of the course. Our UCAS institution code is L68.
If you will be applying direct to the University you are advised to apply as early as possible as we will only be able to consider your application if there are places available on the course.
To find out when teaching for this degree will begin, as well as welcome week and any induction activities, view our academic term dates.Graduating in Law
Class of 2022 Law graduate reflect on their time at London Met.
