Faculty of Postgraduate Studies
Undergraduate Programme
LLB (Hons)
Start your journey into the legal profession with our LLB (Hons) awarded by the University of Wolverhampton. This comprehensive three-year degree is designed for students aiming to build a strong foundation in legal knowledge, reasoning, and professional practice. Whether your goal is to become a solicitor, barrister, or work in a broader legal or corporate setting, the LLB (Hons) equips you with the essential academic and practical skills to succeed.
Through a combination of core legal modules, case-based learning, and research-led teaching, you’ll explore fundamental areas such as the UK legal system, contract law, international law, and human rights. The programme encourages critical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving—core competencies needed in today’s complex legal landscape.
The structured and immersive nature of the LLB (Hons) makes it an ideal choice for students pursuing careers in law, public service, compliance, or corporate governance. You’ll benefit from a vibrant academic environment with opportunities for mooting, legal placements, and professional networking, all supported by experienced faculty with strong academic and industry backgrounds. By completing the LLB (Hons) degree, you’ll graduate with a prestigious British law qualification, well-prepared for further legal training and with the confidence to pursue diverse roles within the legal sector and beyond.
The LLB (Hons) 3-year programme at the University of Wolverhampton provides a strong foundation in legal theory and practice, ideal for aspiring solicitors, barristers, and legal professionals. Blending academic excellence with practical learning, it covers core legal subjects, case analysis, and research-led teaching. Students gain in-depth knowledge of the UK legal system, international law, and human rights, while developing key skills in legal reasoning, communication, and problem-solving. The degree prepares students for further qualifications such as the SQE or BPC and opens doors to careers in law, public service, compliance, and corporate sectors. With access to mooting, placements, and networking, students are supported throughout their academic and professional journey.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum of 6 Passes at G.C.E Ordinary Level O/L including a ‘C’ Pass for English AND
Minimum of 3 ‘C’ Passes at G.C.E Advanced Level A/L
Duration
- 03 Years
Awarded by
Year 01
The Studying for Success and Digital Literacy module introduces students to the essential academic and professional skills required for effective study and practice in law. Students will develop foundational competencies in legal research, academic writing, critical analysis, and time management, alongside digital literacy skills relevant to the modern legal environment. Topics include navigating online legal databases, understanding approaches to legal problem-solving, and engaging with contemporary technological considerations in law. The aim of this module is to equip students with the confidence, tools, and transferable skills necessary to succeed at degree level and to begin building their professional identity as future legal practitioners.
The Contract Law module explores the principles and doctrines that underpin the law of contract within the English legal system. Students will acquire knowledge of the formation, terms, performance, and discharge of contracts, as well as the remedies available for breach. Through engagement with case law, legislation, and practical scenarios, students will develop the ability to identify contractual issues and apply legal rules to real-world situations. The module is designed to maximise student engagement and promote both academic understanding and employability skills, using face-to-face teaching, online activities, and collaborative learning. The aim of this module is to provide students with a rigorous and applied understanding of contract law as one of the seven Foundations of Legal Knowledge.
The Public Law module examines the constitutional and administrative frameworks that govern the relationship between the state and the individual in England and Wales. Students will explore key concepts including the separation of powers, parliamentary sovereignty, the rule of law, judicial review, and human rights protection under the Human Rights Act 1998. The module situates these doctrines within contemporary debates concerning constitutional, legal, and political reform. Topics also include the principles and institutions of administrative law and the role of public law in regulating the exercise of governmental power. The aim of this module is to equip students with a critical understanding of the constitutional structures of the United Kingdom and their significance for legal practice and public life.
The Law of Torts module explores the area of civil law concerned with wrongs committed against individuals, giving rise to liability and the right to seek legal remedies. Students will acquire knowledge of the principal torts, including negligence, nuisance, occupiers’ liability, and defamation, and will develop the ability to interpret case law, identify relevant legal principles, and assess the strength of legal arguments. Practical and employability skills are embedded throughout the module via face-to-face teaching, online activities, and collaborative work with peers. The aim of this module is to equip students with a thorough grounding in tortious liability as a Foundation of Legal Knowledge, preparing them to apply tort law principles confidently to a range of legal scenarios.
Year 02
The Professional Skills, Employability and Practice module prepares students for the realities of legal work by developing a broad range of practical and professional competencies. Students will engage with skills essential to modern legal practice, including advocacy, drafting, legal reasoning, effective communication, problem-solving, and research. The module also supports students in reflecting on their own professional development, career aspirations, and readiness for the legal workplace. Topics include CV writing, interview preparation, and an introduction to the regulatory and ethical dimensions of legal professional life. The aim of this module is to bridge the gap between academic legal study and professional practice, ensuring that students are well-prepared to progress towards careers as solicitors, barristers, or in the broader legal sector.
The Criminal Law module examines the principles and doctrines that govern criminal liability within the English legal system. Students will study the elements of a range of serious and general offences, including crimes against the person, property offences, and inchoate offences, as well as the general defences available to defendants. Through critical engagement with case law and statute, students will develop the capacity to analyse criminal scenarios, construct legal arguments, and evaluate the policy considerations underpinning the criminal law. The module also explores the broader social, ethical, and political context of criminalisation. The aim of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of criminal law as a Foundation of Legal Knowledge and to strengthen their analytical and advocacy skills.
The Property Law: From Principles to Practice module examines the legal rules and principles governing the ownership, use, and transfer of land and other forms of property within England and Wales. Students will explore the distinction between real and personal property, the classification and creation of property interests, freehold and leasehold estates, co-ownership, easements, covenants, and mortgages. The module applies these principles to practical scenarios, introducing students to the skill of drafting professional legal advice in a property law context. The aim of this module is to equip students with a thorough and applied understanding of property law as a Foundation of Legal Knowledge, preparing them for both further academic study in equity and trusts and for professional legal practice.
The Commercial Law in a Contemporary World module examines the fundamental principles of commercial law through a critical study of relevant case law, legislation, business practice, and academic commentary. Students will explore the law surrounding contracts for the sale of goods, agency, consumer protection, and commercial transactions, with particular attention to the ways in which legal rules respond to evolving business environments and global markets. The module balances theoretical principles with practical application, developing students’ capacity to identify and resolve legal problems arising in modern commercial contexts. The aim of this module is to equip students with a robust understanding of commercial law and to prepare them for careers in corporate, commercial, or transactional legal practice.
Year 03
The European Law module examines the legal framework of the European Union, its institutions, sources of law, and its relationship with the domestic legal systems of member states. Students will critically explore the principles of supremacy, direct effect, and indirect effect, alongside the four freedoms of the single market and the mechanisms for enforcing EU law. The module also considers the broader political, social, and economic context in which EU law operates, as well as developments affecting the UK’s relationship with the European Union. The aim of this module is to equip students with a thorough understanding of European Law as a Foundation of Legal Knowledge and to develop their capacity to engage critically with supranational legal systems.
The Intellectual Property Law module explores the legal frameworks designed to protect human creativity and innovation, examining the principal areas of intellectual property including copyright, patents, trademarks, and design law. Students will investigate the requirements for obtaining protection, the scope and limits of rights conferred, and the remedies available for infringement, drawing on both domestic legislation and international influences. The module also considers the economic function of intellectual property, the balance between rewarding creators and ensuring public access to knowledge, and the growing significance of intellectual property rights in the digital economy. The aim of this module is to equip students with a critical and practical understanding of intellectual property law and its importance to individuals, businesses, and society.
The Project and Professional Development module provides students with the opportunity to undertake sustained independent research in a legal area of their choice, supported by an allocated academic supervisor. Drawing on the research, analytical, and writing skills developed throughout the programme, students will design a research project, engage critically with relevant legal literature and case law, and produce a substantial piece of legal scholarship. The module also incorporates a reflective professional development component, enabling students to consolidate and articulate the skills and competencies acquired during their studies in preparation for entry into the legal profession or further study. The aim of this module is to develop students’ capacity for independent intellectual inquiry and to strengthen their readiness for a successful legal career.
The Equity and the Law of Succession module examines the principles of equity and their application in a range of personal, social, and commercial contexts, alongside the legal rules governing the distribution of a deceased person’s estate. Students will explore the historical development of equity, equitable doctrines, the creation and management of trusts, fiduciary duties, and equitable remedies. The succession component addresses the law relating to wills, intestacy, and the administration of estates, including the rights of dependants and the validity of testamentary documents. The aim of this module is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of equity and succession as interconnected areas of law and to equip them with the analytical skills required for legal practice in property, trust, and private client work.