Law (Philosophy Politics and Law Pathway)

Top lawyers not only know what the law is, but they understand why it is this way, what philosophical ideals and values it is based on, and how it can be made better. if you are keen to get a solid legal education and dig deeper to better understand fundamental questions about why the law functions the way it does, then this is the course for you. the heightened analytical skills that can be obtained on our llb in law (philosophy, politics and law pathway) are increasingly in demand by employers. as technology eliminates simplistic tasks, employers are progressively seeking law graduates who have complex problem-solving skills, can think abstractly, argue critically and find creative solutions to novel legal problems. this is what our course delivers.

You have the option to complete a professional training placement as part of this course. this will give you the opportunity to develop your professional, academic and personal potential, helping to prepare you for your future career.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

Recent school of law graduates have secured roles such as: compliance associate, herbert smith freehills llp hr case manager, ministry of justice graduate scheme trainee (banking), lloyds bank paralegal, shoosmiths tax analyst, deloitte corporate paralegal, meade king llp claims handler, arthur j gallagher.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Surrey has partnerships with the following companies: