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Bachelor of Laws
LLB Law with Psychology
Our LLB Law with Psychology course combines legal education with insights into psychology and human behaviour, helping you develop the practical knowledge, analytical thinking and professional skills needed for careers across law, justice and related sectors.
UCAS code
M1C8
Institution code / short name
L17
Course length
3 years
Study mode
Full-time
Method
On Campus
Overview
Why choose our LLB Law with Psychology course?
- A law degree with insight into human behaviour – Study a law degree while exploring psychology topics that help you better understand human behaviour and its relevance to legal practice and the criminal justice sector.
- Practical, career-focused legal education – Develop the knowledge, analytical thinking and professional skills valued by employers through practical learning, workshops and real-world legal scenarios at The University of Law.
- Learn from experienced legal and psychology professionals – Law modules are taught predominantly by professionally qualified solicitors and barristers, while psychology modules are delivered by experienced psychology specialists, giving you practical insight into both legal practice and human behaviour.
- High levels of face-to-face teaching and support – Benefit from workshop-led teaching, regular contact with lecturers and personalised guidance from an Academic Coach throughout your degree.
- Prepare for a range of future careers – Build a strong foundation for legal training and wider graduate opportunities across areas connected to law, justice, policy and public services or progress on to a Psychology conversion programme.
About our LLB Law with Psychology course
As understanding human behaviour becomes increasingly important across legal and justice sectors, our LLB Law with Psychology degree at The University of Law develops the legal knowledge, critical thinking and practical skills needed to pursue a wide range of careers.
Taught by professionally qualified lawyers and experienced psychology specialists, you’ll study core areas of law alongside psychology topics that explore behaviour, decision-making and the wider social context of legal practice. Combining academic study with practical application, the course encourages you to analyse complex issues, evaluate evidence and communicate legal arguments effectively.
You can also choose to study an additional Foundation Year before starting the degree, designed to help you develop the academic, professional and research skills needed for degree-level study.
By the end of the course, you’ll be prepared for further legal training and wider opportunities across law, justice and related professional sectors.
Possible study locations and start dates
Law with Psychology (LLB)
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Law with Psychology with Foundation Year (LLB)
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Course Content
Modules
Semester 1
| Compulsory modules |
Communication SkillsDevelop your communication skills across a range of methods and styles, in both formal and informal contexts and explore how to use social media effectively. The module also encourages reflection on your past experiences, helping you evaluate your choices and identify ways to improve your future communication and practice.
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Digital and Research SkillsLearn how to navigate the online world responsibly using search engines, resources and artificial intelligence (AI) effectively. You’ll explore how to stay safe online, build an appropriate digital presence and critically evaluate the accuracy and relevance of information and how to present it. Discover a variety of learning resources and understand the importance of academic integrity.
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Sustainability and SocietyExplore the UN Sustainable Development Goals and their global impact on society. This module takes a problem-solving approach to sustainability, encouraging you to consider your own role, and the role of others, in addressing sustainability challenges. You’ll examine both the broader concepts of sustainability and those most relevant to your chosen discipline.
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Semester 2
| Compulsory modules |
Foundation Year ProjectThis module helps prepare you for entry onto Level 4 of the degree programme through a formative e-portfolio containing a log of activities, a 2000 word written project and a video presentation. You'll develop your research skills by learning how to choose, plan and carry out an investigation into a chosen topic. You’ll also explore the impact of research ethics and practice presenting your findings.
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Shaping Skills for SuccessThis module will enable you to develop the wider skills that are needed to succeed during your studies and beyond. You'll learn how to track and reflect on your development, participate in sessions focused on specific skills and hear from a variety of guest speakers. You'll take part in a group challenge designed to enhance your teamwork and communication and reflect on the skills you used during this module as part of your Foundation Year Project.
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Core Concepts of LawExplore the English legal system, its career paths, and how it compares with legal systems around the world. Discover how law shapes society as you examine ‘the rule of law’ and the role of morality. Sharpen your research skills through introductions to key legal resources in the library and master the OSCOLA referencing method, laying a foundation for your legal studies.
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In Semester 2, you can then pick one of the following modules* to study:
| For student selection |
| Core Concepts of Business |
| Core Concepts of Computer Science |
| Core Concepts of Criminology |
| Core Concepts of Psychology |
*Options available are indicative and available subject to numbers and the campus chosen.
Semester 1
| Compulsory modules |
Legal Method and SkillsThis module introduces you to the legal system of England & Wales and develops key skills for studying law, including interpreting cases and legislation, conducting legal research and referencing, constructing legal arguments, and solving legal problems.
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Academic and Career Success - NEW for September 2026Explore the wide range of career opportunities that follow a law degree and begin planning the steps you’ll need to take to achieve your own career ambitions. This module also develops the broader skills required for academic success, including written and oral communication, digital literacy, and an understanding of academic integrity.
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| Public and EU Law |
Semester 2
| Compulsory modules |
Contract LawIn this module you'll consider the elements of a contract, different types of contractual terms, remedies for breach of contract and the circumstances when remedies can be excluded. You'll also look at connected areas such as misrepresentation, duress and undue influence.
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AI Literacy for the Future Professional - NEW for September 2026Develop an understanding of what Artificial Intelligence (AI) is and how it can be used appropriately to support your studies. You’ll also explore how AI is used in the workplace and examine the regulatory, ethical and environmental issues surrounding its use.
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Criminal LawThis module provides an overview of the criminal justice system and helps to develop an understanding of the principles of criminal liability. You'll look at different criminal offences, including homicide, criminal damage, assaults, sexual offences, theft and robbery, and drugs offences. You'll consider what defences may be available and the law in relation to secondary participation and attempts to commit certain offences.
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Semester 1
| Compulsory modules |
Critical Approaches in Current Legal IssuesBuild on the academic skills you developed in Level 4 by using current legal topics to strengthen your critical thinking, problem solving, and research abilities. Engage in debates on controversial areas of the law and present well-reasoned arguments, sharpening your capacity to reflect on, and appreciate, different perspectives.
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Land LawThis module looks at the nature of land, how the ownership of estates and interests in land operate and the formalities for creating and disposing of those estates and interests. It also covers topics such as the protection and enforcement of third-party interests in land, the distinction between registered and unregistered land, trusts of land and co-ownership, leases, easements, covenants and mortgages.
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Semester 2
In Semester 2, you’ll study one prescribed option:
| Compulsory module |
Introduction to PsychologyThis module introduces you to the key areas within psychology. It explores different theoretical perspectives and their application. It will enable you to consider current and contemporary research as well as historical perspectives in Psychology. You’ll have the opportunity to develop evaluative and critical thinking skills and understanding of behaviours in different contexts.
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One Law option*, chosen from the Individuals Pathway or Common Modules Pathway:
| Individual Pathway |
| Access to Justice and Legal Services |
| Human Rights |
| Modules common to all Pathways |
| Real Estate |
| Extended Essay |
| Law in a Global Context |
| Practising Law in the Digital World |
| Student Law Clinic - NEW for September 2026 |
| Civil Legal Systems |
And one Psychology option* from:
| Psychology options |
| Social and Critical Psychology |
| Personality and Individual Differences |
*All options are indicative and are available subject to numbers.
Semester 1
| Compulsory module |
Equity and TrustsIn this module you'll study the core principles of equity and trusts law which arise in a range of personal, social and commercial contexts. You'll look at the distinction between a gift and a trust and how trusts are created. You'll also explore the management of the trust through the powers and duties of trustees and the rights of the beneficiaries before considering what remedies are available if there is a breach of trust.
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You’ll then choose two options* to study in Semester 1.
Semester 2
In Semester 2, you’ll study three options*.
Option selection
You must choose two or three Law options from the Individuals Pathway or Common Modules Pathway:
| Individual Pathway |
| Family Law |
| Employment Law |
| Mental Health and Mental Capacity |
| Wills and Succession |
| Modules common to all Pathways |
| Civil Dispute Resolution |
| Criminal Litigation and Evidence |
| EU Law |
| Graduate and Employability Skills |
| Law in a Global Context |
| Legal Advice Clinic** - NEW for September 2026 |
| Legal Technology |
| Research Project |
In addition, students must choose two or three Psychology options* from the following:
| Psychology options |
| Mental Health and Wellbeing |
| Current Issues in Psychology |
| Forensic and Criminal Psychology |
Students at London Bloomsbury who have an interest in Canadian Law will be able to additionally select as optional modules:
| Optional modules |
| Canadian Constitutional Law |
| Foundations of Canadian Law |
Of all the eight optional modules over Years 2 and 3, three MUST be Law options. At least four MUST be Psychology modules (to warrant the Psychology element of the degree).
*All options are indicative and are available subject to numbers.
**The Legal Advice Clinic is a clinical legal education module where students will be supervised to advise real clients by University of Law LLP. Eligibility conditions will apply to this module.
Teaching and Assessment
How you'll learn
You’ll learn through a combination of Large Group Sessions and Workshops.
Large Group Sessions: Starting in the first week, these are typically two hours long and where key concepts are introduced. These take place either on campus or in our online learning environment depending on the module and programme.
Workshops: Starting in the second week, these smaller follow up sessions enable students to explore and develop a deeper understanding of how concepts work in practice. Beneficial for discussing ideas with your peers and receiving lecturer feedback, enabling you to track your progress.
Module Structure: Most modules are 20 credits, but the Research Project is 40 credits. Modules run for 12 teaching weeks followed by one week of revision then two weeks for end-of-term assessments.
Assessment
We use a variety of assessment methods designed to meet the practical nature of the course and individual module learning outcomes. Some of these will be exams, while others will require you to submit a project report, essay, portfolio or oral presentation. You'll also have the opportunity to practice with a mock assessment.
20 credit modules require around 200 hours of learning, spread across the term. To stay on top of things we recommend planning for up to seven hours of prep time per unit, including reading and assignments. The expected amount of study hours is 40 hours a week.
You’ll be allocated a dedicated Academic Coach to support you throughout your course. They’ll encourage you to become an independent learner and challenge you to achieve the best possible outcome during your studies.
Course dates
Application and booking deadlines vary by intake - take a look at our key application and enrolment deadline dates for more information.
Fees and Applying
Course fees
UK students can expect to pay approximately £30,160 for a full-time three-year course.
Current UK government guidance suggests that future fees will be set at the following rates:
| 2026/27 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2026) | |
| 2026/27 | £9,790 |
| 2027/28 | £10,050 |
| 2028/29 | £10,320 |
| UK Students (with Foundation Year) | £5,760 (first year only, rising to £10,050 from the second year) |
Please note, home fees listed above may change in line with the latest government guidance.
The University of Law offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries which makes studying with us more affordable than ever.
If you need to fund your studies with a student loan you can apply via Student Finance.
| 2026/27 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2026) | |
| London | £18,100 per year (or £15,600 including a £2,500 International Bursary*) |
| Outside London | £17,200 per year (or £14,700 including a £2,500 International Bursary*) |
See our funding page for more information.
*Terms and conditions apply. Visit our International Scholarships and Bursaries page for more details.
Entry Requirements
BBB
A-LEVELDDM
BTEC120
UCAS TARIFF POINTS*C/4
GCSE: ENGLISH LANGUAGE GRADE***From three A Levels or equivalent.
Requirements for the Foundation Year differ from those listed.
**English Language Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
Applying
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