LLB (Hons) Law with Politics

Develop the knowledge and specialist skills for a career in political policy. Study contemporary, historical and global issues in politics, enabling you to appreciate the wider political context in which law is created and operates. Understand the contrast between political and legal processes. Explore topics such as the history of political thought, human rights law, civil society and social movements. Choose from a range of optional units in your final year and tailor your degree. Gain practical experience by taking part in Moot Courts and Moot Show Trials and attend guest lectures . Put your knowledge into practice during a 30-week work placement, invaluable for your future law career. Benefit from our excellent links with a range of local and national legal firms. You'll be career ready with 94% of our law graduates in employment or completing further study after 15 months. Bournemouth University's Law degrees are ranked 3rd nationally in the Complete University Guide subject league tables for graduate outcomes (2024).

For September 2024 entry this course requires 104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs)GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.A-level and AS levels104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate \u2013 Skills Challenge CertificateWe accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.Access to HE Diploma102\u2013118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.BTEC NationalExtended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)Foundation Diploma/ 90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariffExtended Certificate/ Subsidiary Diploma: This qualification is accepted as part of the overall tariff.Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.Cambridge TechnicalExtended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariffIntroductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.Extended Project QualificationWe accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.International Baccalaureate Certificates104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.International Baccalaureate (Diploma)An overall score of 28\u201331 points.Scottish Highers104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.Scottish Advanced Highers104\u2013120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.T LevelsMerit (120 UCAS tariff points)