Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

LLB

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

Online

Throughout this programme you'll develop essential skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking and self-discipline, which are highly sought after by top law firms and employers worldwide.

The University of London was the first to offer a degree in English law in the 1890s, and we've been a trusted provider of distance learning for over 160 years. When you study with us, you can be confident that your LLB will be valued by employers around the world.

The LLB can be studied from anywhere in the world, in a minimum of three years and a maximum of six years, so there's no need to put your life on hold. Choose between independent learning using our online resources or enrolling at a Recognised Teaching Centre in your home country for face-to-face tuition support. Our Recognised Teaching Centres give you the benefits of an on-campus experience with the flexibility of an online degree.

Career opportunities:

The University of London was the first to offer a degree in English Law in the 1890s, and continues to offer the security of an internationally respected qualification.
Upon graduation, you will join a distinguished network of solicitors, barristers and judges from all over the world who began their careers with a University of London LLB.
You’ll have access to a wide range of careers and employability support through the University of London Careers Service, including live webinars and online drop-in sessions.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Law and Legal Studies

Degree

LLB

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

Online

Throughout this programme you'll develop essential skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking and self-discipline, which are highly sought after by top law firms and employers worldwide.

The University of London was the first to offer a degree in English law in the 1890s, and we've been a trusted provider of distance learning for over 160 years. When you study with us, you can be confident that your LLB will be valued by employers around the world.

The LLB can be studied from anywhere in the world, in a minimum of three years and a maximum of six years, so there's no need to put your life on hold. Choose between independent learning using our online resources or enrolling at a Recognised Teaching Centre in your home country for face-to-face tuition support. Our Recognised Teaching Centres give you the benefits of an on-campus experience with the flexibility of an online degree.

Career opportunities:

The University of London was the first to offer a degree in English Law in the 1890s, and continues to offer the security of an internationally respected qualification.
Upon graduation, you will join a distinguished network of solicitors, barristers and judges from all over the world who began their careers with a University of London LLB.
You’ll have access to a wide range of careers and employability support through the University of London Careers Service, including live webinars and online drop-in sessions.

Admission Requirements

Standard Entry LLB applicants who wish to study independently must have the following:

a minimum of three UK GCE A Levels at grade A* - C or an acceptable equivalent; and
(IELTS) International English Language Testing System: overall score of at least 7.0, with at least 6.5 in Writing and 5.5 in sub-tests Reading, Listening and Speaking (Academic or General or IELTS Indicator Online Test), awarded in the past three years.
Other school or post school qualifications not listed below may still be acceptable. You can contact us before submitting an application if you would like further clarification.

Graduate Entry LLB applicants who wish to study independently must have the following:

a Lower Second Class Honours from an acceptable undergraduate degree; and
(IELTS) International English Language Testing System: overall score of at least 7.0, with at least 6.5 in Writing and 5.5 in sub-tests Reading, Listening and Speaking (Academic or General or IELTS Indicator Online Test), awarded in the past three years.

Application Deadline

01 Oct 2026

Starting Month(s)

Oct

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