The University of Law


What really sets us apart from other universities is the guiding principle that future lawyers and business leaders should learn in a realistic, professional and contemporary context, with plenty of practical interactive engagement. That's why we keep our contact hours high and our teaching groups small. All of our courses are designed with a unique, varied and innovative learning approach proven to deliver self-reliant professionals who can compete in the fast changing professional world. With a focus on developing skills in problem-solving, weighing up arguments, critical thinking and commercial awareness, our courses are designed to prepare you for the real-life challenges of the working world. To find out more about our postgraduate programmes please visit this webpage.
Live opportunities
Careers in Tech
Are you interested in entering the computing or IT sector? Are you studying a degree unrelated to computer science but want to explore a career in this growing area? Conversion courses enable you to pursue a new subject and create new career progression opportunities in the UK and internationally. Our MSc Computer Science conversion course will equip you with all the skills and knowledge needed to cross over to the many computing-related careers. Our Head of Computer Science, Dr Paul Sant, will cover the following during the event: • Introduction to the tech industry • Current trends in tech • Impact of tech on the sector • Skills needed for the industry • The top reasons to convert to computer science Our session will also cover the below: • Breaking into the tech industry • Future career pathways in tech Join us and get any questions you have about the course and careers in tech.
Mock Trial: Betrayers and Innocents (Virtual Event)
Guilty or not guilty? You decide... Have you ever wanted to see how a murder trial plays out? Well, as part of the University of Law’s live virtual experience, audience members will witness a live mock trial from start to finish and be part of the voting jury – without having to leave home! Join us as a team of actors and student barristers attempt to prove the guilt or innocence of the defendant in the traitorous murder of game show contestant Edward Boncoeur. Hugo Pilkington claims he was a betrayer only in the game show, but the final decision lies with you: was he the cause of Edward’s fatal “endgame”, or is he an innocent?
Social Sciences Networking Fair
Are you interested in a career in criminology or psychology? Would you like to find out more about the various pathways you can take once you have studied a postgraduate course? The social sciences networking fair will give you the opportunity to network with professionals and meet potential employers to learn more about future career and volunteering experiences. Discover more information about our postgraduate courses in criminology and psychology as well as hearing about where your degree can take you from our award-winning employability team. During the event you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions to our employer panel about their experiences and visit their booths for further discussions.
Convert to Law
Are you wanting to convert to a career in law from a non-law background? Are you unsure about the legal landscape and the various professions within it? Are you unsure if your non-law degree will successfully convert into law? This live virtual event is specifically designed with non-law students in mind – to help you become a practising lawyer! It will provide you with an insight into career options in the legal sector, the routes to qualification, the recruitment process for graduate positions and how to sell your non-law experience. Featuring a panel of professionals who have converted to law themselves to share their successes, and the chance to network with them after, this is an event not to be missed if you are wanting to convert to law!