BA (Joint Hons) Law & Spanish

The Law and Spanish course offered at the University of Strathclyde is a 5-year course providing an opportunity for students looking to study and qualify in Scots Law with a proficiency in Spanish language. The course not only explores law from both Scottish and Spanish perspectives but also offers a language aspect, helping students broaden their skills and career opportunities.Course Content: The course curriculum explores law principles, obligations, and evidence during the first two years. Students are also introduced to criminal and public law. In the following years, emphasis is also placed on learning Spanish and its legal systems. The language modules involve studying the country's culture, politics, and society. Final years will focus towards honing a student's research and writing skills.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Scots Criminal Law, Acquisition of Property and Fair Trading, Principles of Employment law as part of the teachings in Scottish Law. Spanish modules cover topics on Spanish language, Spanish Culture and Society, and Spanish Constitutional and Administrative law. Accreditations: The University of Strathclyde is accredited by the Law Society of Scotland, making it one of the approved institutions for individuals who are keen on becoming practising lawyers in Scotland.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can pursue their career as solicitors in Scotland or as bilingual legal advisors handling cross-border disputes between Scotland and Spain. Other career prospects include jobs in consulting firms, government bodies, international organizations, and non-profit sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.