Law Programs

Our LLM International Law is for students with a degree in any subject, who are interested in studying global justice and developing skills needed for a career in international law, human rights or international development.
The LLM International Law provides you with an exciting opportunity to understand and apply the law to issues of global concern such as human rights, conflict, the environment and refugees. The programme contains many opportunities to both understand the subject in depth and practise the skills required in the field of international law and development.

We offer a diverse and practise-based LLB Law course, which enables you to take the first step to becoming a solicitor or barrister, as well as being a foundation for numerous other careers.
This course has been designed to align with the subject you will need to study further to prepare for the Solicitors Qualification Examination (SQE), while also meeting the requirements of the Bar Standards Board for an undergraduate degree.

This course allows non-law graduates wanting to enter the legal profession the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the foundational principles of the law in England and Wales and go onto further study to become a solicitor or barrister. To achieve this, the course has been designed to align with the subjects that you will need to study further to successfully undertake the Solicitors Qualification Examination (SQE), while also meeting the requirements of the Bar Standards Board in the Bar Qualification Manual for Conversion Courses. Studying at Birmingham City University (BCU) offers a diverse and practise-based learning opportunity for you to develop your legal education in a modern environment within an exciting city. While we are rooted in Birmingham, as a university we aim to be reaching far beyond.

A Level Law aims to help you develop legal skills by studying the nature of law, legal issues the English legal system, and private and public areas of substantive law.
You will learn how to analyse legal scenarios and develop legal arguments using case law. You will study different areas of private and public areas of law where you will analyse, apply, and evaluate the legal rules and principles of that area of law. You will apply legal rules to scenarios and formulate reasoned arguments which will be concise and logical legal arguments which are substantiated by legal authority, using appropriate legal terminology.

Is it your dream to work in the UK or do you want to perceive a well-defined study of the employment laws? Taking this Employment and Labour Law course would be one of the best choices you could make.
The UK has an enormous economy to work and our course details the types of workers are protected by employment law and how different types of worker distinguished in the UK. The course broadly explains the fundamental employment laws of the UK such as discrimination, minimum wage, and workplace safety and health laws, compensation and child labour laws. Furthermore, understand the consequences of disrupting or violating any legitimate rights by the employer and employee in the UK.

The LLB Law degree provides a thorough grounding in the foundational areas of law while exploring other key legal topics for a comprehensive understanding of the field.
Through the programme, students will study subjects such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Tort Law, Employment Law, and Business Law.

LLM International Business Law is a course for graduates of any discipline which aims to nurture critically aware and professionally adept future global citizens with a strong understanding of international business law.
The LLM International Business Law course provides an exciting opportunity to build specialist knowledge of the legal aspects of business dealings that cross a border. You will explore the legal regulation of international business, considering the perspectives of traders, corporations, individuals, and entrepreneurs. You will examine business models that cross a border and how commercial legal disputes can be resolved when a commercial agreement involves multiple parties from different jurisdictions. You will consider complex questions that arise internationally on the legal aspects of digital business models and data.

Are you ready to dive into the fascinating world of Law and Criminology? This degree will help you understand the legal system and how it works within society. You’ll learn about the criminal justice system, including the key institutions involved, and the various roles you could pursue in this field.

This is a fast-track law degree designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field. It condenses the typical three-year law degree into two years, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the foundations of law and develop essential legal skills.

A law degree is an important first step into a career in law, as well as an important foundation on the route to many other careers, and Birmingham City University is a long-established provider of legal education to the Birmingham legal community and beyond.
This course has been developed to enable anyone wishing to qualify as a solicitor or barrister to undertake this first, important academic stage of their career. To achieve this, the course has been designed to align with the subjects that you will need to study further in order to successfully undertake the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE), while also meeting the requirements of the Bar Standards Board for an undergraduate law degree.

Our Law and Legal Practice LLB degree offers a deep understanding of the English Legal System and the Foundations of Legal Knowledge, providing a strong base for a career in legal practice. You will study both public and private law within various contexts, covering key areas such as the SRA Principles of Regulation and ethical requirements, equity and trusts, property law, conveyancing, business law, and probate practice.

Our LLM in Law and Legal Practice is designed for individuals aiming to excel in the legal profession and achieve an advanced legal qualification in the UK.
This specialist master’s degree explores key areas of legal practice, including Child Care Law, Employment Law, Immigration Law, Commercial Property, and Private Client Services. The programme combines a solid theoretical foundation with practical skills, preparing graduates to tackle complex legal challenges and apply their expertise in professional and academic settings.