4-Term Pathway - International Foundation Year in Social Sciences and Humanities - Continue to Bachelor of Laws - Law with Politics

This program will prepare students for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a wide range of subjects, including many based at the £10m LICA building. Popular subjects include law, film studies, sociology, linguistics and politics.

This Law degree is taught by the world-leading, research-active academics based in the Law School and Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion. The Law School is rated 6th in the UK for the impact of our research, with 88% of our research impact rated "outstanding" in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021).

Networking Opportunities

Lancaster has strong links to Chambers, Law firms and related professions from across the UK, including magic circle firms from London. The school usually hosts alumni visits and lectures, and a Law Fair, which is typically attended by lawyers (including trainees, associates and partners) and members of their recruitment teams. All of this should help students to make professional connections, learn more about their firms, and get a head start on their career in Law.

The student-run Law Society usually organises a wide range of extracurricular activities including mooting and negotiation competitions (typically judged by barristers and members of the judiciary). In recent years they have organised a Law Ball, sporting fixtures, and a careers dinner. Each event is designed to help students build their peer and employer networks.

Practical Experience

Practical experience is important in this degree, with a range of opportunities available. Students may be able to take part in the Law Clinic which provides real-world experience of giving free legal advice to members of the local community. The Street Law project provides experience in schools and organisations, advising and supporting them on specific areas of law.

Lancaster offers a wide range of diverse opportunities and try to ensure that all students can access the opportunities that interest them, however please note that places are limited on some schemes and modules.