Is this programme for me?
Law plays an increasingly important role in all areas of modern life. Whether you live in a common law or a civil law jurisdiction, a knowledge of the common law is frequently useful and sometimes essential in the business world and, indeed, in many other occupations.
If you wish to gain some knowledge and expertise in the common law of England and Wales, but do not wish to study for a law degree, then this programme is for you.
You will develop a critical awareness of the common law legal tradition and be able to apply analytical and problem-solving skills in a range of legal and non-legal settings. We will help you to enhance key skills of communication, information literacy, analysis and discussion.
The Laws Programme is committed to:
- Promoting independent learning
We will support you in developing your capacity to manage your own learning.
- Providing a wealth of resources
With our Online Library and Laws Virtual Learning Environment, you will have a resource-rich learning environment in which to develop your legal research skills.
- Offering expert guidance in law
Our study materials are informed by current research and scholarship and engage with contemporary legal issues. Students are offered the opportunity not only to know the law but to understand it.
- Developing ‘transferable’ intellectual skills
You will have many opportunities to develop analytical and problem-solving skills and to learn how to construct arguments.
- Enabling you to develop critical awareness
You will learn how to stand back and consider the ‘bigger picture’ and develop an awareness of the context of law both nationally and globally.
- Helping you to understand the language of law
Written and oral communication skills are vital and learning how to use legal discourse is crucial for success. You will learn how to develop these skills.
Awarding Body
The University of London, International Programme
