Essex Preparation Programme Bursary
University of Essex · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
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Offered by University of Essex, the LLB (Hons) Licence English and French Law (Double Degree) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in law. Based in Colchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our challenging and competitive course gives you the rewarding intellectual experience of discovering the richness of both the French and English legal cultures. We are one of only a few universities in the UK which put students on the right path to qualify for legal practice in both the UK and France. Your first two years on our prestigious LLB English and French Law course are spent at Essex, where you take the required modules in English Law, meeting the requirements for the academic stages of training to become a solicitor or barrister in the UK. International tuition fees are £10,635 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 71% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | ABB Including French grade A. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points Including Higher Level French grade 6. We are happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information. |
| UCAS Points | 112 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£10,635
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £19,500 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £30,000 | £40,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH16-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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University of Essex · Undergraduate
University of Essex · Undergraduate
University of Essex · Undergraduate
University of Essex · Undergraduate
University of Essex · Undergraduate

University of Essex offers Licence English and French Law (Double Degree) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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