Program Overview

At Plymouth, you'll make your mark in the legal world and experience what it’s like to represent clients before a judge and jury in our realistic courtroom. Work on real client cases in our multi-award-winning Law Clinic and provide free legal advice to those who need it most in the region. Build a deep understanding of how the law works with the support of our experienced academic team, including trained and practising solicitors, plus network, socialise and develop as part of our Law Society.

In your first year, you’ll learn about the core theories, principles and processes of the law, introducing you to how it’s studied and practised. You’ll be able to join the Student Law Society and take part in mooting, debating, negotiation and advocacy competitions. We’ve structured the curriculum so that alongside studying the English legal system, Contract, Tort and Public Law, you’ll start to develop the critical thinking and self-reflective skills that will equip you for your chosen career.

Key Features
Prepare for real-life cases in our moot court

• A replica of a real court, The Foulston Room provides an authentic environment for you to take part in simulated court proceedings. Build powerful and persuasive legal arguments, develop your research skills and hone your courtroom etiquette.

Work on real cases with real clients

• Engage directly with real clients by volunteering at the award-winning pro bono Law Clinic, gaining practical legal experience under the supervision of practising solicitors and making a real difference in the community.

Guidance from experienced legal practitioners

• Learn from a dedicated academic team, including trained and practising solicitors, who provide research-informed and practice-led teaching across various legal disciplines.

Network, social and develop your skills with our Law Society

• With a reputation for excelling in national client interviewing and mooting competitions, our Law Society provides access to a huge range of internal and national competitions for practicing advocacy, debate and negotiation skills.