Program Overview

Law underpins our society. A law degree gives you a unique insight into everything, from the economy to the criminal justice system and it gives you a huge range of skills that will last you throughout your career.

We cover all the subjects you need to know; tort, contract, criminal law, constitutional law and property law – you’ll get a thorough grounding in the essentials. Thanks to our teaching team’s wide range of specialisms, from families to sports, we offer exciting option modules beyond the core curriculum.  

During your final year, you’ll complete a major project. This could be anything from a dissertation to work in the community.

Click here to find out what it’s like to study at our Law School.

This course has a foundation year available. For more information visit Foundation Year Law.

Manchester: A Global City

As one of the largest legal hubs outside of London, Manchester is continuing to expand its legal presence faster than most regional cities in the UK. Manchester houses law firms specialising in everything from corporate and commercial law to employment and family law. Additionally, Manchester has one of the UK’s largest law societies, dating back to 1838, which holds meetings and educational initiatives.  

We organise regular events where you can network with national firms and chambers. You might even get the chance to learn from a professional mentor who will guide you as you begin your journey into the legal profession.

Future You  

Take your first step on the path to becoming a solicitor or barrister or to work in related professional services or academia.  

You’ll be able to take advantage of our extensive industry connections. We have links to leading law firms, chambers, and the wider professional sectors – including Eversheds, DWF, Deloitte, Browne Jacobson, Addleshaw Goddard and chambers across the Northern Circuit.

Mooting is often referred to by solicitors’ firms and barristers’ chambers as highly desirable on applications for training contracts and pupillages. We have invested in a state-of-the-art moot courtroom to offer an enhanced student experience. This is the perfect place to develop your confidence and fine-tune your advocacy skills. You’ll have classes and extra-curricular activities there, and you can even use it for your final year project.  

Making a Difference

We challenge you to be as ambitious as we are, so you can make a big impact in businesses, communities and society.  

Discover more about how we deliver transformative legal education and impactful research here.  

Ready to test yourself in the real world? You can work with a qualified solicitor on a number of pro bono opportunities.  You might join the Commercial Law Hub, offering advice to local SMEs. You could also support those going through court alone, with our Support Through Court partner.