Our research-led teaching encourages you to take a critical view of the law, engaging with the latest research undertaken by expert academics. Our diverse, international community of staff and students provides a dynamic and engaging environment to gain the professional legal skills and knowledge you need to change the world we live in.
This course gives you the foundations of legal knowledge required by the Bar Standards Board to satisfy the academic component of professional training for intending barristers and provides a strong foundation for students who wish to take the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE).
You study the detail of the law, as well as its history. You analyse judgments and legal developments while considering the political, ethical and social dimensions of the law. This critical approach facilitates your ability to interrogate and investigate the law.
You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the university over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, stationary and additional resources.
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Take part in co-curricular activities including lawyering skills modules in Mooting, Mock Trial Advocacy, and Negotiation.
The IFY will prepare you for the first year of your undergraduate degree. It’s made up of several core and subject-specific modules that will give you a greater understanding of your chosen subject area. The skills you develop through this programme will help you in your chosen degree, in your future career, and in all aspects of life.
Learn more about International Foundation YearYou can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Pathway Tuition Fees 2024-25 |
| International Foundation Year (IFY) | £17,995 |
| International Year Zero | £12,995 – £17,995 |
| Pre-Master’s (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) | £9,995 – £12,500 |
| Please note: Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at University of Kent. |
We can offer you up to £4,500 off tuition of your pathway programme.
Please note you’ll have to apply for a pathway scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded. For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.
2024/25: All international students will receive 16% of University of Kent tuition fees per year, for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes. These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. For more information please contact admissions or your in-country representative.
Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries please contact us.
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