Undergraduate programmes in Bachelor of (LLB) Certificate of Higher in in Commercial Law 2018–2019

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Quality of learning 1 The law programmes in this prospectus have been developed by academics at the of London law schools, ensuring the world-class quality of the degree.

Study without relocating 2 Fit your studies around your work and your personal commitments. Study wherever you live and at a time that suits you.

Learn at your convenience 3 Choose from different entry points depending on your qualifications – including fast track routes for graduates.

Employability 4 Enhance your employability by developing skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and self-discipline, all of which are valued by top law firms and employers worldwide.

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2 Undergraduate study in Laws “ In the increasingly competitive environment of worldwide access to , a degree continues to offer a guarantee of quality, value and intellectual rigour.”

P rofessor Sir Adrian Smith FRS Vice-Chancellor, University of London

london.ac.uk/llb 3 Your prestigious University of London qualification

About your qualification When you graduate with a degree, diploma or certificate from the University of London you will receive two important documents – your Final Diploma (the parchment you receive on graduation) and a Diploma Supplement.

The Final Diploma • Indicates that you were registered with the University of London and awarded a University of London degree, diploma or certificate. • States that University of London law schools developed the syllabus and provided assessment. • Features the University of London crest and the Vice-Chancellor’s signature.

The Diploma Supplement • Describes the nature, level and content of the programme you successfully completed. • Includes the transcript of courses taken, marks achieved and overall classification. • States the names and roles of the University of London law schools and the method of study.

4 Undergraduate study in Laws Contents

Introduction Key dates Join the World Class 2 Your prestigious University of London qualification 4 Welcome to our global Law qualifications 6 Full academic year (two The Laws Consortium 7 semesters), up to four modules:* Studying with Undergraduate Laws 8 Apply by: 1 October Programmes Register by: 1 November How you study 10 LLB structures 12 Half academic year (one semester), up to two modules:* Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law* 14 Apply by: 1 April Certificate of Higher Education in Common Law 15 The LLB as a Qualifying Register by: 1 May in England and Wales 16 Module outlines 17 Examinations: Reference May/June and October Entrance requirements 20 Certificate of Higher Education Additional educational support 21 in Common Law (CertHE Application and registration process 23 Common Law): CertHE students and those who Fees 25 wish to receive institutional support for the LLB should contact the * Offered subject to validation. teaching institution, which may require you to make an earlier application (see pages 21–23).

* Dates apply to LLB and Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law only

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london.ac.uk/llb 5 Welcome to our global Law qualifications

Why study with us? In a world where degrees and degree providers are proliferating, the University of London LLB offers the security of an internationally recognised qualification. The University of London was the first university to offer a degree in English law, in the 1890s. The high reputation of our LLB has been maintained because our students are marked to the same high standards whether they are campus-based or studying by distance and flexible learning. Upon graduation you will join a distinguished group of , solicitors, barristers and from around the world who have obtained their law degree through the University of London. Seeking to become a legal practitioner is not the only reason for studying for a legal qualification. You might already be working in a law-related field – in the police force or social work, for example – and want to enhance your legal knowledge and professional standing. Your career path might lie in the commercial or financial professions, where legal qualifications are highly valued not only for a specific knowledge of law but also because of the transferable skills that come from the study of law, such as creating reasoned arguments and problem solving. Whatever your reasons for study, applying yourself to studies in law will provide a stimulating and challenging path.

I hope that you will find studying law fascinating. It provides a glimpse of the past, tracing the development of the rules that society has developed over the centuries. It engages with the present, encouraging the curious to question the laws we have today. It influences the future, inspiring problem solving and change. The knowledge you will gain in studying law will no doubt be useful, at least for a time, but the real value of studying law is the development of an analytical, and sometimes imaginative, approach to problem solving. This will far outlast any knowledge and provide you with a strong foundation for many careers.

Simon Askey Director, Undergraduate Laws

6 Undergraduate study in Laws The Laws Consortium

The law schools or departments of the following Colleges of the University of London provide the academic direction for the University of London Undergraduate Laws qualifications. Collectively they are known as the Laws Consortium.

Birkbeck King’s College London The London School Founded in 1823, Birkbeck is unique in its Established in 1829, King’s College London of Economics and special mission to enable mature students has been responsible for some of the Political Science (LSE) to gain higher education qualifications via discoveries that have shaped the modern part-time study. Traditionally, the College is world, such as the development of Since 1895, LSE has been regarded as known for its excellence in research in the antiseptics and the discovery of the an international centre of academic , social sciences and natural structure of DNA. kcl.ac.uk excellence and innovation in the social sciences. bbk.ac.uk sciences. Alumni and former staff include 15 Nobel prize winners and 34 past or present heads of state. lse.ac.uk

Queen Mary, SOAS UCL University of London SOAS is the world’s largest centre for the Founded in 1826, UCL was the first study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East. university in England to admit students With a rich and diverse heritage, Queen Founded in 1916, it has built an enviable of any race, class or religion, and the first Mary is one of the largest Colleges of the reputation around the globe for its to welcome women on equal terms with University. Now heralded for its quality regional expertise and the calibre of its men. A pioneer of the university-based research efforts, it began life in 1887 as the award-winning, cross-disciplinary social teaching of law, architecture and People’s Palace, a philanthropic endeavour sciences, arts and humanities medicine, UCL has produced 21 Nobel to provide East Londoners with education programmes. soas.ac.uk prize winners. ucl.ac.uk and social activities. qmul.ac.uk

london.ac.uk/llb 7 Studying with Undergraduate Laws

“Studying Laws with the University of London was a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience. The flexibility of the programme allowed me to fulfil my dream of a career change into law.”

Philip Taylor By studying with us you will: An internationally • Acquire knowledge and recognised qualification understanding of the foundation subjects of common law. If you are interested in achieving an internationally recognised • Learn to analyse and critically evaluate qualification in law, on a programme legal and relevant non-legal primary that offers high standards and flexible and secondary materials. study options, then you need look • Learn how to stand back and consider no further than the University of the ‘bigger picture’, and develop an London Undergraduate Laws. awareness of the context of law. Undergraduate Laws is committed to: • Develop transferable skills of research, • Offering expert guidance. Our study problem solving and communication. materials are informed by current research and scholarship and engage For further information about what to with contemporary legal issues. expect when undertaking a law module Students are offered the opportunity please visit our website: london.ac.uk/llb not only to know the law but to understand it. Two LLB pathways • Providing a wealth of resources. With our Online Library and Laws Virtual For those studying at undergraduate level Learning Environment (VLE), you will for the first time: have a resource-rich learning Standard Entry LLB environment in which to develop your • Complete 12 modules in a minimum of legal research skills. three years and a maximum of six. • Promoting independent learning. Through the guidance provided in your For those who already have a three-year study materials we will support you in : developing your capacity to manage Graduate Entry LLB your own learning. • Complete nine modules in a minimum of two years and a maximum of six.

8 Undergraduate study in Laws Flexible study Introduction to the awards The academic year for the LLB, Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law and No. of Study Award Description Certificate of Higher Education in modules period Common Law (CertHE Common Law) begins on 1 November each year and Certificate of Higher 4 1–5 years An award in its own right. Alternatively, ends on 31 October. Education in on passing three modules including Common Law Legal system and method, you may There are two opportunities to apply transfer to the Standard Entry LLB. each academic year (CertHE Common Law students should check with their Graduate Diploma 4 1–5 years Provides a grounding in the principal institution). The deadlines are: in Commercial Law* features of the English legal system pertaining to commercial law, for those • 1 October and 1 April wishing to gain some knowledge and There are two opportunities to register specific expertise in this subject area. each academic year (CertHE Common Law students should check with their Standard Entry LLB 12 3–6 years The degree suitable for those who meet institution). The deadlines are: the general entrance requirements. • 1 November and 1 May. Graduate Entry LLB 9 2–6 years The degree suitable for those who already have an undergraduate degree There are two examination opportunities from an institution acceptable to the each academic year: University. • May/June and October. Exit awards: BA in – – Students who are unable to continue Students have flexibility to split their Law; Diploma of their studies may be able to exit with an examinations over two examination Higher Education in award which reflects their achievements sessions in the academic year (subject to Law; Certificate of and efforts. You cannot apply for direct a maximum of two examinations in an Higher Education entry into these programmes. October session). in Law • If you register by 1 November you can * Offered subject to validation. sit examinations in a maximum of four modules in your first year of study. Assessment Recognition of • If you register by 1 May you can sit examinations in a maximum of two For all modules, except the Dissertation, the degree modules in October. assessment is primarily by three-hour examinations. Examinations are held in University of London degrees are May/June and October at local centres acknowledged worldwide for their quality Progressing through in over 180 different countries as well and academic rigour. Many leading as in London. lawyers have a University of London LLB. your LLB studies If you hope to enter a legal profession, All examination scripts are marked by you should check the local requirements In the first year, all Standard Entry LLB University of London approved academics for legal practice. It is your responsibility students must study and pass Legal system so you and your employer can rely on to find out the extent to which they and method. All Graduate Entry students the integrity of your award and can be recognise the University of London LLB. must complete and pass the online confident about the standard of course Law skills for graduates before achievement it represents. completing their registration. Visit our website Your progression route is determined by Undergraduate Laws provides a range whether you are following a Qualifying of open access resources, including Law Degree (QLD) or a non-QLD route. reading lists and module guide excerpts, which you are welcome to consult. Please visit: london.ac.uk/llb

london.ac.uk/llb 9 How you study

Your Student Portal You are required to have access to the internet so that you can use resources that are only available online. Your Student Portal is a secure website where you can access your personal details, pay your fees, track the delivery of your study materials and receive news from the University of London. You are expected to log in on a regular basis to manage your student account and access your resources. Your study materials Your study materials are designed to support your learning and are central to your studies. You also have the option to attend a local teaching institution for additional support. You will receive Module guides that take you systematically through the module topics, complete with learning activities (with feedback) and guidance on assessment. Laws VLE The VLE is integral to your study experience, providing: • Electronic versions of the module guides To provide you with flexibility in how and where you study. • Past examination papers and chief examiner reports To help you develop your examination technique and your understanding of the format of your examinations. • Audio and video lectures For some modules, additional audio/ visual resources are uploaded throughout the year to compliment your studies. • Lecture Plus Listen to a recorded lecture from a University of London approved tutor, discuss the lecture with students and view feedback from the tutor about the discussion.

10 Undergraduate study in Laws • Pre-exam updates Highlight any significant changes to the Regional revision law, key cases or legislation since the courses publication of the module guide. These are published annually in February. Undergraduate Laws organises a series • Module reading of regional revision courses in selected Key recommended readings in the locations overseas. The number of courses module guides, for certain modules, are and the locations can differ from year to provided via the VLE. year. The courses are taught by University of London approved tutors and offer • Module blog posts support to students preparing for Provide information on current legal examinations. They are also an excellent issues: laws.londoninternational.ac.uk opportunity for you to meet other María Belén Bastone students, to concentrate on important • Student discussion forums areas of study and to discuss legal Argentina An opportunity to debate and interact developments. with other students. ‘Studying with the University of London has been an • Latest announcements Laws Summer School exceptional and highly Provide up-to-date information about recommended experience. your programme. Undergraduate Laws will launch a It offered me the opportunity Summer School in London from 23 July to achieve an LLB degree while Online Library to 17 August 2018. The event is an having a job and continuing opportunity for students to attend an my studies to get another All registered students have access to the intensive two weeks of lectures and degree in my own country. Online Library from the Student Portal or tutorials. Students can receive face-to-face It has been a mind-opening it can be accessed directly at: tuition from University of London tutors experience for me, which onlinelibrary.london.ac.uk in a selection of core modules. certainly enriched me both personally and professionally.’ Among the many excellent resources, The event will also include a number it provides free access to: of additional social activities and María Belén completed her LLB in skills sessions. 2013 and graduated as a practising • the professional legal databases in Argentina in 2015. She is – LexisLibrary, Westlaw, Justis and The event is open to current students and now a Junior Associate at the JustCite those who have an offer to study. More internationally recognised law firm, information can be found on our website: • cases and up-to-date statutes Baker & McKenzie, and Academic london.ac.uk/llb Director of the LLB programme at • key academic law journals the University of London’s registered • multidisciplinary databases in business Further information centre in Argentina. and the social sciences. For further information on resources and study materials please see: Stay connected bit.ly/uol_study_materials or contact: enquiries.londoninternational.ac.uk The Laws newsletter is a great way to keep in touch with what is happening within Undergraduate Laws. Updates on key events and developments are regularly emailed to students. You can also connect with your fellow students and Undergraduate Laws through Facebook: facebook.com/ulplondon

london.ac.uk/llb 11 LLB structures

Standard Entry LLB Standard Entry Route – Standard Entry Route – Qualifying Law Degree Non-Qualifying Law Degree • As a Standard Entry student you must Level 4 Level 4 register for Legal system and method in your first year of study. Four compulsory modules Four compulsory modules • You must be registered for a minimum Contract law Contract law of one module and a maximum of four Criminal law Criminal law modules in your first year of study. The Legal system and method Legal system and method maximum number of modules you may be registered for in any subsequent year Public law Public law is four, and exceptionally five in your Level 5 Level 5 final year of study. Three compulsory modules One compulsory module Graduate Entry LLB EU law Tort law Property law Three optional modules chosen from: • If you have already completed a first Tort law Administrative law degree then you may be eligible for the Graduate Entry LLB. This means that you One optional module chosen from: Commercial law will only have to study nine modules Administrative law EU law rather than 12 to complete the LLB. Commercial law Family law Eligibility for Graduate Entry is at the discretion of the University. Family law International protection of human rights • You must be registered for a minimum International protection of human rights Introduction to criminology* of one module and a maximum of four Introduction to criminology* Property law modules in your first year of study. The maximum number of modules you may Level 6 Level 6 be registered for in any subsequent year Two compulsory modules One compulsory module is five. Equity and Trusts Jurisprudence and legal theory • You must pass the online course Law Jurisprudence and legal theory Three optional modules chosen from: skills for graduates before completing registration. This course is compulsory Two optional modules chosen from: Alternative Dispute Resolution* for all Graduate Entry students and is Alternative Dispute Resolution* Civil and criminal procedure designed to prepare you for legal study through the development of legal skills Civil and criminal procedure Company law in the context of learning about key Company law Conflict of laws aspects of the legal system. The course Conflict of laws Criminology is made up of four units and a final multiple choice test, and notionally can Criminology Dissertation be completed in 10 hours. Dissertation Employment law Employment law Equity and Trusts Evidence Evidence Intellectual property Intellectual property International commercial law* International commercial law* Introduction to Islamic law Introduction to Islamic law Public international law Public international law

* Offered subject to validation.

12 Undergraduate study in Laws Graduate Entry Route – Graduate Entry Route – Qualifying Law Degree Non-Qualifying Law Degree Level 4 Level 4 Three compulsory modules Three compulsory modules Contract law Contract law Criminal law Criminal law Public law Public law Level 5 Level 5 Three compulsory modules One compulsory module EU law Tort law Daniel Chua Property law Two optional modules chosen from: Tort law Administrative law ‘I would highly recommend the University of London. Level 6 Commercial law The global recognition of the Two compulsory modules EU law university’s degree is definitely not merely lip service, as I have Family law Equity and Trusts had the opportunity to develop Jurisprudence and legal theory International protection of human rights my professional network at both local and international level.’ One optional module chosen from: Introduction to criminology* Since graduating from the University Alternative Dispute Resolution* Property law of London, Daniel has been called to Civil and criminal procedure Level 6 the Malaysian as an Company law One compulsory module and of the High Court of Malaysia. He received a Bentham Conflict of laws Jurisprudence and legal theory Scholarship to undertake a Master of Criminology Two optional modules chosen from: Laws at UCL, which he achieved with merit. He is also working Dissertation Alternative Dispute Resolution* towards a dual qualification as Employment law Civil and criminal procedure Solicitor of the Senior Courts of Evidence Company law England and Wales via the Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme. Intellectual property Conflict of laws International commercial law* Criminology Introduction to Islamic law Dissertation Public international law Employment law Equity and Trusts Evidence Intellectual property International commercial law* Introduction to Islamic law Public international law

* Offered subject to validation.

london.ac.uk/llb 13 Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law*

• P lease note that the programme is not Programme overview a and does Flexible study options The Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law not offer a Graduate Entry pathway to a You have the flexibility to pace your is a flexible programme aimed at those Qualifying Law Degree. If you are a studies to fit in with your other who wish to gain some knowledge and graduate seeking a Qualifying Law commitments as you have up to five years expertise in English commercial law to Degree, please consult page 16 of this to complete this diploma. You are also enhance their existing qualifications. The prospectus. able to split examinations over two Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law is a examination sessions in the academic year qualification in its own right, designed to Features of the (subject to a maximum of two offer focused specialisation in aspects examinations in the October session). relevant to commercial law and practice Graduate Diploma for students who are eligible for admission Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law to the LLB but who do not wish to register • F lexibility in the time you can take to Two compulsory modules: for the full degree, or require a bridging complete it, in the available examination qualification for entry into postgraduate opportunities and in the choice of Commercial law study on, for example, the LLM. modules. Contract law • T he modules you take are rigorously Two optional modules chosen from: This qualification examined to the same standards Alternative Dispute Resolution† applied to both internal and external is for you if: students studying for the LLB with the Company law University of London. Conflict of laws • You have the ability, motivation and self-discipline to study at degree level • S pecially developed course materials Intellectual property but do not want to commit to a full LLB and a wealth of online resources, International commercial law† programme. including an online library and online learning environment, giving you the Employment law • You would like to enhance key skills of ability to study independently, when †Offered subject to validation. communication, information literacy, convenient for you. analysis and argument. • Y ou may choose to register with a • You want the flexibility to pace your recognised teaching institution to studies to fit in with your other benefit from supplementary support. commitments. * The Graduate Diploma • You want to develop specialist subject in Commercial Law is knowledge in the area of commercial law. subject to validation.

14 Undergraduate study in Laws Certificate of Higher Education in Common Law

“ A distance LLB is Programme overview Institution support ideal for those who The CertHE Common Law is a qualification In order to be recognised by the University in its own right that also provides an entry of London, institutions must have satisfied want to master the route to degree study. The modules certain quality criteria. However, they art of self-discipline. studied in the CertHE Common Law are remain independent of the University of the same as the Level 4 modules of the London and responsible for the quality By the second year, LLB. The CertHE Common Law may be of academic support they provide. studied either full-time or part-time. I started to reach Students must have registered through, out to students to and be studying at, a teaching institution How to apply for the recognised by the University for these CertHE Common Law have study sessions, purposes (please see page 21). which brightened Applications for the CertHE Common Law This qualification can only be submitted via a recognised the distance learning institution. Full details of the CertHE is for you if: Common Law, including entrance criteria, experience.” syllabuses and application forms, should • Y ou have the ability, motivation and self- be obtained from the teaching institution Shalisha Samuel discipline to study at degree level but at which you intend to enrol. do not have the qualifications usually St Vincent & the Grenadines required to enter a degree programme. Programme structure • Y ou have a personal or professional Four modules interest in studying law and would like Contract law an easily-managed programme of study. Criminal law • Y ou intend to undertake a degree Legal system and method programme but would like to gain a recognised qualification after one year. Public law

Your teaching institution will also provide Features of the CertHE classes in study skills and, where necessary, Common Law: additional support. • Y ou can achieve a law qualification in some of the core legal subjects without committing to the full LLB programme, but with the option to go on to the full LLB programme. • Y ou can complete the CertHE Common Law in a minimum of one year and a maximum of five years. • T he CertHE Common Law is rigorously examined by University of London approved academics. • You can transfer to the LLB programme after successful completion of three modules, including Legal system and method. • Y ou must register with a recognised teaching institution so that you can benefit from the extra tuition support.

london.ac.uk/llb 15 The LLB as a Qualifying Law Degree in England and Wales

Helen Rooney The Solicitors Regulation Authority has ‘Studying law at the University Practising law in announced changes to the routes for of London has helped my career England and Wales entry to the solicitors’ profession from as I now understand more 2019/2020. The Bar Standards Board is about the issues that are raised Entry into the legal profession in England currently reviewing routes to the in my workplace. My career is and Wales involves three stages of profession. The following web sites should law orientated but it’s not in training: academic, vocational, and be consulted for updates. law itself, and I do have to practical. The University of London LLB is Solicitor think about the challenges. The recognised as a Qualifying Law Degree LLB really helped me and the completion of the academic stage • Solicitors Regulation Authority: understand things from of legal training in England and Wales as sra.org.uk/students/resources/ multiple perspectives, which I long as certain specific conditions are met: student-information.page wasn’t able to do before.’ • The period of study must not be more • The : lawsociety.org.uk/ Helen studied for her degree while than six years. careers/becoming-a-solicitor/ working in research analysis for the • You must have satisfied the examiners Royal Canadian Mounted Police. She is currently studying for a Master’s in in respect of the Foundations of Legal Law and Accounting at LSE. Knowledge subject areas, which are: • Bar Standards Board: Contract law Property law barstandardsboard.org.uk/ Criminal law Public law qualifying-as-a-barrister/ Equity and Trusts Tort law EU law Practising law outside • You must have passed these foundation subjects in not more than three England and Wales attempts. If you intend to practise law in a country • You must have demonstrated the other than England and Wales you must attainment of various skills, including confirm with the relevant professional legal research, oral communication authorities that they recognise the and IT skills. University of London LLB as fulfilling (in whole or in part) the academic stage Satisfactory completion of the academic requirements of legal training. stage of legal training does not guarantee automatic admission to the next stage of We recommend that you receive this training (vocational). For example, entry confirmation in writing. The requirements requirements will relate closely to your set down by the professional authorities classification and results from the can be subject to change at any time academic stage of your studies. during your studies. It is important therefore that you continue to check for any updates or changes to the requirements that affect you.

16 Undergraduate study in Laws Module outlines

“After achieving First Class Honours with the University of London, I started working at one of the leading law firms in Lahore where I am primarily involved in civil litigation and commercial transactions. My

These module outlines are correct at the to compare and contrast civil and criminal long-term aim is time of going to press and are subject to procedure and will need to have annual review. knowledge of the court system and the to establish myself way in which civil and criminal justice is in these areas, Administrative law organised and dispensed. Administrative law is a hugely expanding and perhaps one field and its core purpose is to ensure that Commercial law any decisions or actions taken by Commercial law is concerned with day break into the government are lawful and, when they obligations between parties to commercial superior judiciary are not, to provide redress for grievances. transactions and the relationship with The module will appeal to students who rules of personal property. Students will of .” enjoy public law and have an interest in become familiar with a range of issues public affairs. including: ownership of or to goods; Muhammad Kazim transfers of title and the effect on third Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)* parties; passing of property between Pakistan This module covers the main concepts of buyer and seller. the law and theory underpinning ADR, ADR’s relationship with litigation and the Company law legal and regulatory framework within A vital module for anyone intending to which each ADR process operates. By operate in a commercial field, the syllabus taking a broad comparative perspective, centres on the way the law regulates students will gain a thorough grounding companies and the facilities that company in the law and procedures relevant to the law offers, such as limited liability and core ADR processes of negotiation, transferability of shares, as well as mediation, early neutral evaluation, expert corresponding burdens such as duties determination and arbitration, as well as of disclosure and compliance with newly emerging hybrid ADR processes. statutory procedures. Ethical issues and the role of the participants in each process will also be analysed. Conflict of laws Also known as private international Civil and criminal procedure law, this is the body of rules applied by This module focuses on the procedural the English courts to cases with a foreign rules and processes that govern the element, dealing with core issues of conduct of criminal and civil legal actions. jurisdiction, substantive decision- Students of this module will be expected making and recognition of the laws of other jurisdictions. * Offered subject to validation.

london.ac.uk/llb 17 Module outlines

Contract law This module introduces students to the principles of contract at common law and in equity and helps them to understand how these principles are applied to agreements. It covers core topics such as formation of contracts, capacity to contract and privity, performance and breach of contract and remedies for breach of contract. Criminal law This module examines general principles of criminal liability, a range of fatal and non-fatal offences against the person and selected offences against property. It also looks at attempts to commit offences, secondary liability and defences. Criminology This module concentrates on criminological theory as a discipline and challenges diversely located students to confront the presuppositions they have about crime and offenders. The module aims to develop a criminological imagination that enables successful students to engage critically with both their presuppositions and acquired knowledge and develop a global perspective. Students will develop a sense of intellectual integrity that acknowledges the limits of what we know and the need for further research. Dissertation This module provides an opportunity to undertake in-depth legal/socio- legal research for a 10,000-word dissertation. Students design their own research question on a topic contained in the LLB which they have not previously or concurrently studied in depth. This module requires students to take a high degree of responsibility for the learning process. Employment law Of appeal to anyone interested in industrial relations, this module relates both to individuals in their workplace and the operation of the labour market in general. The module covers not only individual matters but also ‘collective’ employment law – including trade union ‘recognition’ and the law relating to trade disputes.

18 Undergraduate study in Laws Equity and Trusts International commercial law* Legal system and method Equity and Trusts deals with the rules and This module will develop critical This introduction to the English legal principles governing the creation and understanding of key aspects of, and system seeks to convey what is distinctive operation of trusts – a particular method debates in, commercial law in an about the common law approach as a of holding property. The module provides international context. It will consider the legal methodology. The module is vital in an appreciation of the controversies and context, history, drivers and sources of initiating students into the process of difficulties that can be encountered in international commercial law as well as legal research and the understanding establishing a valid trust, the role of mechanisms for dispute resolution. of legal reasoning. trustees and equitable remedies. International protection Property law EU law of human rights Property law centres on the various Appealing to students who enjoy public law This module concerns the protection interests that can exist in land, the principles or who have an interest in public affairs, afforded to individuals under international governing the creation, transfer and politics, economics or international relations, law and examines fundamental concepts, extinction of these interests and the extent this module examines EU institutions and principles, theories and philosophies to which those interests are enforceable law-making powers as well as the key underpinning the law of international against third parties. questions of the impact of EU law on human rights, as well as the mechanisms national law and its overall consequences enforcing and monitoring these rights. Public international law for business enterprises and individuals. Public international law concerns legal Introduction to criminology* relations between states but also deals Evidence This module aims to provide students with the role of the UN and other The law of evidence governs what with an introduction to criminology as a international organisations and, in the fields evidence may be presented and field of inquiry. It explores the different of human rights and international criminal contested in the courtroom, techniques ways in which crime is measured, studied law, the rights and duties of individuals. for eliciting evidence and the role of the and understood, the various disciplinary lawyers, jury and in an adversarial schools of thought that have contributed Public law system. Highly relevant to actual day-to- to this endeavour, some of the key Focusing upon constitutional issues and day legal practice, this module will appeal contemporary issues in criminological reform, students will analyse key issues particularly to students intending to scholarship and debate. governing the relation between citizens become courtroom lawyers. and the state, including sovereignty Introduction to Islamic law and the division of powers between Family law This module offers an overview of Islamic legislature, executive and administration. Family law affects every member of law, and addresses the religious and society. Modern legal regulation of family historical foundations of Islamic law before Tort law relationships involves a complex going on to address its application in This module introduces students to the interaction between the family and the contemporary jurisdictions. organising principles of tort law, such as state. Marriage, divorce and the legal damage, fault and vicarious liability. Students status of offspring are intertwined with Jurisprudence and legal theory will explore the cause of action in a questions of financial provision, child Jurisprudence poses fundamental negligence claim, with particular emphasis welfare and wider public policy issues. questions about the nature of law, its on the duty of care concept. The module place in society and how a legal system develops students’ knowledge and Intellectual property operates as a system of rules and as a understanding of principles of liability The law of intellectual property rights social institution, engaging with ideals of governing pure economic loss, psychiatric seeks a difficult balance between rewarding justice and often conflicting moral codes. harm and liability of public authorities. The the right owner of a piece of intellectual module also explores those torts aimed at property, and the needs of society to gain the safe and quiet enjoyment of land and access to scientific, technological or protection of reputation. cultural benefits. It includes copyright, patent and trade mark law.

* Offered subject to validation.

london.ac.uk/llb 19 Entrance requirements

LLB CertHE Common Law To be eligible to register for the To be eligible to register for the CertHE LLB you must: Common Law you must: • normally * be aged 17 or above • be aged 18 or above on or before the on or before the date of programme date of programme registration and registration and • be admitted to a course of instruction • meet our General Entrance at a teaching institution which has been Requirements and recognised for this purpose by the University of London. • meet our English language Carina Maharaj requirements. We may require * Applications will be considered from a test of proficiency in English. applicants who do not meet the normal Trinidad & Tobago minimum age requirement for admission. ‘As I embarked upon the LLB (Graduate Each application will be considered on course I realised just how an individual basis, and the decision distinguished the University Entry Route) and taken at the discretion of the University was and, more importantly, of London. how flexible they made it for Graduate Diploma in international students to Commercial Law complete their degrees. The Useful links University of London has To be eligible to register you must: For full details on how to meet our opened many doors for me. If entrance requirements, including further you are considering it, without • hold an undergraduate degree from information on our General Entrance a doubt I’d say go for it – you an awarding institution acceptable to Requirements and English language won’t be disappointed.’ the University of London and requirements, visit: Carina starred in our cinema advert • meet our English language london.ac.uk/applications for Trinidad and Tobago in 2016. requirements. We may require a test Find advice about choosing an institution: She is currently studying for a of proficiency in English and bit.ly/institution_advice in her pursuit • pass the online course Law skills for of admission to the Bar of Trinidad graduates (LLB Graduate Entry Route only). and Tobago.

20 Undergraduate study in Laws Additional educational support

We recognise that students value choice in how, when and where they study. Some prefer the flexibility of being able to study independently, at their own pace, using our study materials. Others prefer the benefits of face-to-face teaching and classroom support, and choose to pay for additional educational support at a local independent institution. We currently work with a growing network of independent teaching institutions worldwide that provide tuition support for our students. The CertHE Common Law may be studied either full-time or part-time. Students must have registered through, and be studying at, a teaching institution that has been recognised for teaching the CertHE Common Law by the University of London. For further information about recognised centres, including brief profiles and the programmes that they are recognised to teach, please visit: bit.ly/teaching-institutions

london.ac.uk/llb 21 “ The University of London degree has been instrumental in my professional and personal development, as it has taught me discipline, creativity and originality. It is the stepping stone to an exciting and rewarding journey ahead.”

Ali Arslan Pakistan

22 Undergraduate study in Laws Application and registration process*

Stage 4 Complete the online registration by 1 November or 1 May. We explain how to do this in the offer letter. Stage 5 Start your studies. Once you register you will be given access to the VLE. We will also send you additional study materials to your correspondence address. Applicants living in Hong Kong or Singapore can apply directly through: The School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE) University of London (Admissions Office) Getting started Stage 3 3/F, Admiralty Centre 18 Harcourt Road You must apply online at: We will contact you by email with one Hong Kong london.ac.uk/llb of the following: If you intend to study at an institution Offer letter: if you meet our entrance Useful information then you are advised to contact them requirements and we have seen all before submitting your application. required documentation then we will for applicants send you an offer letter. Please read the ‘Guidance notes for Submit your application even if you applications’ before you complete Request for further information: we are waiting to sit an examination or to your application. might require further documentation/ receive examination results. We can information before we can confirm that begin to process your application without you meet our entrance requirements. all the evidence, although we will not Stage 1 be able to give you a final decision until We have referred your application to the all the necessary documentation has Admissions Panel: if you do not Submit your online application form been received. and application fee by 1 October or automatically meet our entrance 1 April. Please note the application fee requirements then we will refer your If you are unsure on whether or not you is non-refundable. application to the Admissions Panel for meet our entrance requirements then we individual consideration. The Admissions might be able to advise you on this before Panel will consider qualifications which you submit your online application. Stage 2 are not published under the Qualifications However, due to our increased workload for Entrance Schedule, incomplete we are unable to provide this advice Submit your documentary evidence. qualifications and substantial relevant between 1 September and 30 October This can be done online when submitting work experience. If we cannot accept of each year. your application or at a later stage. Please you with your current qualifications and Applications are valid for three years. see: london.ac.uk/applications/how- experience then we will advise you on apply/supplying-evidence what qualifications you could take in Please do not send original documents. order to meet our entrance requirements in the future.

* This process refers to how to apply for the LLB and Graduate Diploma in Commercial Law. For information on how to apply for the CertHE see page 15.

london.ac.uk/llb 23 “ Once the University of London gave me the opportunity to do the LLB, I used to carry Natasha alongside my books. My wife believed that whatever I read was also absorbed by her because she was always so close to me. We are both very proud of being graduates of the University of London.”

M. Stanislaus Vethanayagam Class of 1994, Malaysia

“ I grew up looking up to my dad. I realised – this is who I want to be. Studying with the University of London gave us more things in common and made us closer. My plan is now to finish the Bar course and go back to work with my dad in his law firm.”

Natasha Marie Stanislaus Class of 2015, Malaysia

M. Stanislaus Vethanayagam and his daughter, Natasha Marie, are both proud University of London LLB graduates. Watch them discuss their experience: bit.ly/family-llb

24 Undergraduate study in Laws Fees

As a guide, if you were to complete the Fees payable to Standard Entry LLB degree in the Students with the University minimum amount of time (three years), disabilities and/or and without resits, you should expect to pay approximately £4,700. access requirements Academic year 2018–2019 If you were to complete the Graduate Application handling fee £92 The University of London welcomes (non-refundable/LLB and Graduate Entry LLB degree in the minimum amount applications from disabled students and/ Diploma in Commerical Law only) of time (two years), and without resits, you or those who have access requirements. should expect to pay approximately £3,600. Initial registration fee £470 If you are disabled and/or have access Module fee (per module) £146 If you were to complete the Graduate requirements, we will make every Diploma in Commercial Law in the reasonable effort to meet your needs. This Examination fee (per module) £178 minimum amount of time (one year), may include making access arrangements Recognition of prior learning and without re-sits, you should expect for examinations such as a separate room application fee (per module) £49 to pay £1,900. or special aids. If you would like to tell us Full year’s transfer fee £195 For the CertHE Common Law, you should about your disability and/or request contact a local institution with permission access arrangements please complete the relevant section of the application form, Dates for 2018–2019 academic session to teach the programme for full details of their fees. The fees payable to the or contact the Inclusive Practice Manager • The application handling fee is valid University in 2018–2019 if you complete at: [email protected] until the application closing date, the certificate in one year are 1 October/1 April. approximately £1,800. • The registration fee is valid until the Armed Forces registration closing date, 1 November/ Other costs Students who are members or 1 May. ex-members of the UK Armed Forces • The module fees apply to students In addition to the fees payable to the should note that the University of London registering for study in 2018–2019. University, you should also budget for has been approved by the Ministry of the cost of: Defence in support of the Enhanced • The examination fees apply to students Learning Credits (ELC) Scheme (ELC entering the 2019 examinations. • purchasing textbooks Provider Reference Number 1284). The All fees must be paid in pounds sterling • a ny tuition you choose to take Scheme provides financial support to and can be paid online via the Student eligible Service Personnel who wish to • t uition you are required to take for enhance their educational or vocational Portal using a credit/debit card (Visa, the CertHE Common Law MasterCard), by Western Union Quick Pay, achievements. The ELC Administration banker’s draft/cheque or international • t he fee levied by your local Service website can be found at: money/postal order, made payable to examination centre. www.enhancedlearningcredits.com ‘The University of London’. Financial assistance How much will my Undergraduate UK students may be able programme cost? to apply for a part-time tuition fee loan to cover the cost of registration and Fees are payable as you progress rather examination entry fees. than as a single lump sum and are subject to annual revision and typically may be For full details on eligibility criteria increased by up to five per cent per please visit: gov.uk/student-finance annum. The full list of annual fees for the Alternatively, some employers in both the programmes will be published public and private sectors may be willing on the Student Fees web page once to consider offering financial assistance confirmed, please visit: london.ac.uk/ to their employees. applications/costs-your-course

london.ac.uk/llb 25 Further information

Contact If you have any questions that are not answered in this prospectus please contact: The Student Advice Centre, University of London Senate House, Malet Street London WC1E 7HU, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)20 7862 8360 enquiries.londoninternational.ac.uk

Study programmes 2018–2019 We offer a wide range of study programmes, from full degree programmes to certificates and individual courses/modules. For further information visit london.ac.uk/courses

26 Undergraduate study in Laws Inclusive Practice Policy We are fully committed to the consideration of applications from students with special examination arrangements. If you need to make a request (such as additional time or special aids) please contact the Inclusive Practice Manager for an application form at: [email protected] Complaints procedure We aim to provide the highest quality service to our students. We endeavour to solve any problems you experience quickly and fairly. If, however, you wish to make a complaint our complaints procedure is published on our website and in our Student Guide. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this prospectus is accurate at the date of publication (February 2018), all matters that it covers may be subject to change from time to time, both before and after a student has registered. In particular, information about the structure and content of programmes is subject to confirmation in the Regulations and registered students should refer to these. All fees are subject to annual review. The University does not intend by publication or distribution of this prospectus to create any contractual or other legal relation with applicants, registered students, their advisers or any other persons. You are strongly advised to check our website (london.ac.uk) for any revisions to this prospectus. We advise you to check local recognition criteria in your own country before applying for any qualification listed in this prospectus. This prospectus is issued free by the University of London.

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london.ac.uk/llb 27 For further information on the range of programmes we offer, please visit our website or contact us at: The Student Advice Centre University of London Senate House Malet Street London WC1E 7HU United Kingdom Telephone +44 (0)20 7862 8360 enquiries.londoninternational.ac.uk

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