Course summary

Do you want to make an impact in the global legal arena while enhancing your French language skills? Speaking different languages, specifically legal ones, is a significant advantage in our interconnected world.

Studying for your Law with French Law LLB Honours at Westminster will enable you to develop an excellent understanding of the core legal principles of both the English and French legal systems.

Your first two years are designed to help you prepare for your compulsory year abroad, during which you'll study (in French) with one of our partner institutions in France. During this period, you'll continue contact with Westminster through online tutorials and regular contact with our academic exchange coordinator and your personal academic tutor.

You'll learn core skills to solve legal issues during your time with us. You’ll also receive work-based learning through opportunities to work within our integrated Legal Advice Clinic and other university-wide schemes to prepare you for future practice.

Not only does Westminster offer you a uniquely creative curriculum, but our way of teaching also sets us apart. We prefer small seminar-based learning groups, which are interactive and immersive. More intimate than traditional lectures, they provide a vibrant, safe, and supportive environment where you can develop your voice.

The employment rate of our Law graduates has consistently been high. So, whether you’re looking to enter the law profession or continue your studies to a higher level, this course will help you develop the immersive professional skills you need to make your mark in the international legal world.

Top reasons to study with us

• Our specialist modules mean you take control of your learning pathway from your first year of study
• If you are fluent in French, you can study another language throughout your studies or choose an LLB option module in Years 1 and 2
• Our broad and creative curriculum integrates research and professional skills, enabling you to align your learning with professional practice or research
• Using various teaching methods (including seminars, interactive lectures, tutorials, and one-to-one sessions), you'll learn in a supportive, collaborative environment to encourage you to find your voice
• Your degree is intellectually aligned for SQE1 and SQE2 and preparation for the Bar
• You can choose from a wide range of options at our partner institutions in France during your compulsory year abroad in year three
• Regular events with the alumni and opportunities to participate in student partnership roles enhance and deepen your learning opportunities
• You'll have access to our Careers and Employability Service and College Placements Team and the opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience working with our Legal Advice Clinic
• We are in vibrant central London, where the law happens

Course structure

Teaching methods include lectures, seminar-based discussion, class presentations, invited guest speakers and practical group exercises.

Assessment methods include open- and closed-book exams, in-class tests, oral presentations, and written coursework.

The following modules are indicative of what you will study on this course.