Law – Online Learning
About this course
DipHE and LLB in Law – Online Learning, delivered through online study. This programme is a 2-year undergraduate qualification in law.
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Entry requirements
The Online LLB is designed as a SCQF level 9 programme. That is, it is a qualification which prepares successful applicants for roles which are specialist and professional and involve dealing with complex processes and situations. Find out more about : Applicants will need to demonstrate that they have the intellectual ability and motivation to learn which is commensurate with successfully undertaking an accelerated LLB. They will be able to do this through evidencing relevant qualifications, experiences and/or employment to the Course Leader as part of the application process, in addition to providing a reasoned case for wishing to embark upon the online LLB. Examples of the necessary evidence could be through the following, alone or in combination (depending upon the level and quality of that evidence on a case-by-case basis) Professional or non-honours degree qualifications of an appropriate weight and value in a relevant discipline such as law, paralegal practice, business, management, journalism or similar. Experience of working in the fields noted above for sufficient time and/or at a sufficient level of seniority as to meet the requirements of the course, e.g. departmental or office manager. An honours degree in a relevant discipline noted. Where the evidence cannot be demonstrated in one of the relevant fields, the Course Leader will consider applications which demonstrate the applicant's ability using any other appropriate evidence of qualifications, experience and/or employment. This could include: voluntary work, membership of professional bodies, public recognition awards, holding public office, committee membership of public or private sector panels, directorships, etc. The Course Leader has the sole discretion to accept or refuse any application for entry to the course and must be satisfied that each applicant will be able to devote sufficient time to their studies to ensure successful completion, i.e. the awarding of an LLB (Ordinary) degree.
What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 125 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 2%
- Scotland: 96%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A degree: 80%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
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.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Law – Online Learning at Robert Gordon University earn?
The median salary is £23,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £39,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Law.
Are students happy with the teaching on Law – Online Learning at Robert Gordon University?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Law – Online Learning at Robert Gordon University?
The average entrant had 145 UCAS points.
Is Law – Online Learning at Robert Gordon University 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.
How many students continue on Law – Online Learning at Robert Gordon University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.