🎓 LLB Law – University of Edinburgh

📚 Course Overview

The University of Edinburgh’s LLB is a rigorous undergraduate law degree offering a deep understanding of Scottish, UK, and international legal systems. The program blends theory and practical skills, developing strong analytical, critical thinking, and research abilities. It is recognised as a qualifying law degree in Scotland.

🧠 Course Structure

Year 1

• Foundations of Law
  
  

• Scottish Legal System
  
  

• Contract Law
  
  

• Family Law
  
  

• Public Law of the UK and Scotland
  
  

• Critical Legal Thinking
  
  

Year 2

• Property Law
  
  

• Criminal Law
  
  

• Delict (Tort)
  
  

• Business Entities
  
  

• European Union Law
  
  

• Public Law and Individual Rights
  
  

Years 3–4 (Honours)

• Advanced legal study and research
  
  

• Optional modules such as:
  
  

• Human Rights Law
  
  

• Commercial Law
  
  

• Environmental Law
  
  

• International Law
  
  

• Criminal Justice
  
  

• Jurisprudence
  
  

• Dissertation or extended legal research project
  
  

 

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⚖️ Alternative Law Pathways

• LLB Law (Ordinary) – 3 years, no dissertation
  
  

• LLB Law (Honours) – 4 years, includes dissertation and specialisation
  
  

• Global Law LLB – 4 years, includes a year abroad and focuses on international law
  
  

• Graduate Entry LLB – 2 years for those with a prior degree
  
  

• Joint Degrees – e.g. Law & History, Law & Politics, Law & Philosophy
  
  

 

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📋 Entry Requirements

A-levels

• Typically AAA–AAB
  
  

• Preferred subjects: English Literature, History, or other essay-based subjects
  
  

Scottish Highers

• AAAAA or AAAAB by the end of S5
  
  

International Baccalaureate (IB)

• 38–40 points with 6,6,6 at Higher Level
  
  

GCSE Requirements

• English and Mathematics at grade 6 (B) or above
  
  

English Language

• IELTS 7.0 overall, minimum 6.5 in each component
  
  

• TOEFL 100 overall, minimum 23 in each component
  
  

 

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🧾 Qualification & Accreditation

• The LLB (Ordinary or Honours) is a qualifying law degree accredited by the Law Society of Scotland.
  
  

• To practise law in Scotland, graduates must complete the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and a traineeship (for solicitors) or devilling (for advocates).
  
  

• For practice in England, Wales, or abroad, graduates may need to complete additional qualifications (such as the SQE in England).
  
  

 

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🌍 Additional Information

• Study Abroad: Available for Honours and Global Law students.
  
  

• Assessment: Combination of essays, exams, coursework, and moots.
  
  

• No Prior Legal Knowledge Required: Suitable for students new to law.
  
  

• Duration:
  
  

• Standard LLB: 4 years
  
  

• Graduate Entry: 2 years