LLB (Hons.) Law (Scots)

The LLB Scots Law degree at the University of Dundee equips students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the Scottish legal profession. It offers rigorous training in every area of law a solicitor in Scotland needs to know. This involves a focus on the distinctive aspects of Scots law and the Scottish legal system, in combination with modules designed to provide the broader perspective that modern lawyers require.Course Content: Students of the LLB Scots Law course will study compulsory modules in the first two years that cover subjects such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Legal Systems, Public Law, and much more. They will also undertake an internship to gain practical legal experience. In the third year, students will cover honours modules in Scots Law and in the final year, they have the opportunity to complete an extended essay on a legal issue of their preference. Key Modules: Notable modules include Advanced Contract Law, Property Law I, Constitutional Law, Subject Choices, International Private Law, EU Law, Family Law, and Intellectual Property Law.Accreditations: The LLB Scots Law degree is accredited by the Law Society of Scotland and guarantees graduates entrance to the legal profession in Scotland. As well as the academic stage of training for the Scottish legal profession, the course is recognized by the Law Society of England and Wales and the Bar Standards Board as a Qualifying Law Degree.Future Careers: The course offers students entry to the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice and also offers accelerated access to the postgraduate stages of training for the law professions. Many graduates also enter careers in business, politics, civil service, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.