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Anglia Ruskin University London (ARUL)

LLB (Hons) Law

Course overview

At ARU London, you can take your first step towards becoming a solicitor or barrister. Our course will qualify you for the next stage of your legal training. The curriculum covers both academic and practical aspects of law, providing you with the essential skills for a legal career. You'll study core modules in the UK and EU legal systems, developing critical analysis, legal problem-solving skills, and the ability to construct complex legal arguments.

Entry requirements

Standard Entry Requirements

ARU London's standard offer is 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, e.g. BCC.

Alternatively, ARU London asks for:

  • Irish Leaving Certificate: BBCCC
  • Scottish Highers: BBCCC
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM in a business-related subject
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points

All applicants are required to have at least 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.

If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Foundation Year Entry Requirements

To apply for the foundation year, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • 5 GCSEs at grade D, or grade 3, or above, including English and Maths
  • Evidence of two years post-GCSE study at Level 3. If you have achieved at least grade E in one A level, or equivalent, you are exempt from the two-year post-GCSE study requirement, but you still have to meet the GCSE requirements.

If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 5.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification.

Modules

  • Research Skills10 credits
  • Data Skills10 credits
  • Professional Development10 credits
  • Communication Skills10 credits

Career prospects

The course prepares graduates for various legal careers, including:

  • Barrister
  • Barrister's Clerk
  • Chartered Legal Executive
  • Company Secretary
  • Solicitor
  • Patent Attorney
  • Data Analyst
  • Human Resources Officer
  • Civil Service

Graduates can progress to vocational training as barristers or solicitors or pursue other roles in the legal sector.

Teaching and assessment

We’ll assess your progress through a variety of methods including coursework, group assignments, activity-based assignments, and exams. You can expect to participate in ongoing problem-solving activities, projects, and presentations. You’ll also be able to access support material through ARU Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

All assignments are designed with your career progression in mind and give you opportunities to develop and improve transferable skills employers look for.

Campus locations

Import and Export Buildings

2 Clove Crescent, Poplar, London, E14 2BE

Fees and funding

Fees, funding and start dates can change. The provider source was checked on 2026-08-17; confirm the latest position with the provider before applying.

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