LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years)
About this course
LLB in Law, spanning five years and incorporating the specialist study of legal systems in Europe. Core topics include Research Methods, Legal Analysis, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a study abroad year spent at a partner institution in Europe, and a 10,000-word dissertation completed in the final year.
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Entry requirements
A level: Three A Levels at BBB. English is highly desirable. IB: 34 points with 6, 6, 5 at HL including the degree subject(s). English is highly desirable. SL English is required. SQA Highers: Applicants that present with ABBB will usually receive an unconditional offer. Where we have more applicants than places we may need to ask for more than the minimum so continued engagement in school is recommended.. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma is not normally sufficient on its own for entry into any LLB degree programmes although those with a relevant BTEC (Law-related) at a minimum of DDD may be considered. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher, with two at H2 and three at H3. English is highly desirable.
What students say
Based on about 101 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 75%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 79 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 68%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Legal professionals: 50%
- Elementary occupations: 7%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 6%
- Sales occupations: 6%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 83%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 78%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 76%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 235 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 6%
- South East: 2%
- Scotland: 86%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 255 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 91%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Law Society of Scotland as a Foundation programme, being one part of the route to qualification as a solicitor in Scotland.
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Criminal Law
- Foundations of Private Law
- Legal System
- Contract
- Delict and Unjustified Enrichment
- UK Constitutional Law
- Eu Institutions and Law
- Administrative Law and Civil Liberties
- The Law of Property
- Commercial Organisations and Insolvency
- Family Law
- Introduction to Legal Theory
- Succession and Trusts
- Introduction to Comparative Law
- Evidence
- Commercial and Consumer Contracts
- Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £40,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,000 and £48,000. The £40,000 median after five years is £8,500 more than the UK median for Law.
What do graduates of LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen do next?
84% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 192 UCAS points.
Is LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Law Society of Scotland as a Foundation programme, being one part of the route to qualification as a solicitor in Scotland.
Does LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on LLB Law and European Legal Studies (5 years) at University of Aberdeen?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.