Law with foundation year - LLB (Hons)

Coventry University

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 of the degree onwards will be from our Coventry University campus.**Develop practical legal skills underpinned by an in-depth understanding of legal concepts, legal theory and the legal systems that govern us.**Our degree with foundation year could be the stepping stone you need to achieve your goals. The foundation year aims to prepare you for degree-level study and is a great way to build the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to succeed on your degree course.**Foundation year**The foundation year course offers an introduction to your chosen subject and helps you develop the necessary skills for degree-level study. It aims to provide a thorough understanding of legal principles and best practice. With a focus on European, national and local contexts, this course explores the development of legislation and case law with core academic skills.**Degree**This Law LLB (Hons) course aims to equip you for a career in the legal profession and a wide range of professional roles by exploring contemporary legal issues, social responsibility and ethical conduct.As you study, you should be able to:- acquire knowledge and understanding of the foundations of legal knowledge, legal doctrines, concepts, principles, rules and values in the core areas of law- develop an appreciation of the context in which law operates, and an understanding of the dynamic nature of law, its uncertainty, the need for reform and proposals for such reform- develop the ability to apply the legal knowledge and skills acquired to both the theory and practice of law.**Why you should study this course****Foundation year**- Supports you to gain the academic skills required for degree-level study.- Provides a grounding in key areas of law and legal practice. **Degree**- Apply to volunteer in the Employment Law Clinic, Advocacy Clinic or complete a summer placement at the Coventry Law Centre. Selected students can gain practical legal experience under the supervision of trained solicitors and lawyers.- Hone your advocacy skills and immerse yourself in the law by exploring legal topics in our courtroom, known as the Moot Room.- Engage with industry experts and students from other international universities through joint initiatives like our Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects.- Grow your network by getting to know members of the legal industry through our 'Raising the Bar' scheme, which offers professional networking events, industry insights and career development opportunities.-Submit your legal writing to be considered for publication alongside expert legal academics and professionals.*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

Coventry Law School