Types of Law degrees in the UK

The legal system of the UK dates back over 900 years and has influenced legal systems all around the world. The legal systems of many other countries are based on it, and UK Business Law is frequently used as the governing law in international contracts. Here are the additional factors that will encourage you to study Law in the UK:

1. Foundation: Foundation of the Indian legal system was laid by the UK during the colonial period and hence, Indian law is very similar to the UK law. The UK is the most popular country since the 18th century and a great example of it is Mahatma Gandhi who also went to the UK to become a Barrister after completing his studies there.

2. Duration: International students can complete their LLB degree in the UK in mere three years as compared to five in most countries. The duration of pursuing LLM in the UK is only one year, which allows students to save time and specialise in particular fields of Law such as Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and Family Law to name a few.

Law is one of the most popular courses in UK universities. You will be amazed to know that there are two kinds of Law degrees you can pursue. Here’s a brief description of the two:

A barrister is a licensed attorney who represents, advocates for, and defends their clients in court or before a tribunal while providing expert advice. Most Barristers prefer to specialise in one particular field such as Corporate Law, Commercial Law, etc.

The eligibility requirements for a Barrister course may vary with different institutions but here are the most common ones:

1. Standard route (5 years)

• Qualifying for a Law degree (3 years)

• Completed the postgraduate bar training formerly known as Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) (1 year)

• Complete one year of Pupilage

2. Non-qualifying law degree (6 years)

• Any Undergraduate Law degree (3 Years)

• Completed Graduated Diploma in Law

• Completed the postgraduate Bar training formerly known as BPTC (1 year )

• Complete one year of Pupilage

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For a Barrister degree check Northumbria University City, University of London Nottingham Trent University, The University of the Law, and the Cardiff University of the West of England – Bristol, they provide bar training.

A solicitor is a licensed legal practitioner who prepares legal documents for and during a court hearing. Solicitor’s job is also to give expert advice on several issues such as purchasing and selling real estate, dealing with relationship breakdowns, aiding companies with economic transactions; protecting individuals' rights, guaranteeing fair treatment by public or private organisations; and providing free assistance (pro bono) in certain circumstances, such as for people who cannot afford legal services.

Although different colleges have different eligibility criteria, here are the basic requirements for pursuing a solicitor degree:

• Any Undergraduate Degree

• Cleared Solicitor Qualification examination 1 and 2

• Completed two years of qualifying work experience which includes an internship, graduate jobs, and paralegal work

• Meet the SRA ethics requirement, i.e., zero criminal histories, no history of deceit, no significant credit or financial difficulties

The average salary of a Solicitor varies with the region they are employed in. Here are the salaries of solicitors by region and seniority wise:

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