Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
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As part of this course, you’ll:
*Separate fee payable to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to sit these external examinations.
Collaborative working
You’ll join a diverse community of students from a wide range of backgrounds with whom you can share and challenge ideas of best practice.
Professional links
We have strong connections with local, regional and national law firms, so you’ll have the opportunity to network with potential employers during your study. Some of the firms and organisations we work in conjunction with include:
Law in Practice Lecture Series
Leeds Law School runs a guest speaker programme that invites legal practitioners and prominent figures to share their insights and experience of the profession. Our alumni, who also contribute to the programme, serve as valuable role models and offer additional inspiration. These sessions provide an excellent opportunity for you to engage with the speakers, ask questions and network.
Mentoring scheme
Our professional mentoring scheme is an integral part of the educational experience at Leeds Law School. You can apply to have a mentor that works as a solicitor in legal practice who’ll be able to advise on CVs and applications and will offer an insight into professional life. We offer a professional mentor guarantee; any student who would like a mentor can have one.
The Law Clinic
Our Law Clinic brings local law firms even closer to our student community. The facility offers the opportunity for you to advise real clients and develop valuable legal skills. As a student on the LLM Professional Legal Practice course, you’ll be able to apply for a practice-based research project aligned to the Law Clinic.
SQE resources and Law Trove
As a student on this course, you’ll have free access to new SQE resources including tailored online texts and a large bank of SQE style MCQs. Leeds Law School also subscribes to Law Trove, an online service offered by Oxford University Press. This means you’ll have free access to all Oxford University Press Law textbooks to support you in your studies.
Support Through Court
Volunteer with Support Through Court, a national charity supporting litigants in person. Leeds Law School students have exclusivity to this partnership within the city of Leeds.
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Applicants should either have at least an upper second class (2:1) LLB (Honours) Law Degree or a Postgraduate / Graduate Diploma in Law demonstrating strong academic performance.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion. Please note references should be accompanied by a covering letter on headed paper or emailed directly by the referee.
All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements.
Applicants should either have at least an upper second class (2:1) LLB (Honours) Law Degree or a Postgraduate / Graduate Diploma in Law demonstrating strong academic performance.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion. Please note references should be accompanied by a covering letter on headed paper or emailed directly by the referee.
All applicants should satisfy our University English language requirements.
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
UK
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £12880. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £18440. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £12880. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £18440. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Discover more about our range of postgraduate funding options including a Master's Loan of up to £12,858, and our 20% alumni discount*
*Terms apply
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
Leeds Law School’s employability strategy nurtures a practice-based community alongside a culture of academic belonging, while promoting a sense of community and shared endeavour.
This course is designed to support you as an aspiring solicitor in readiness for working in legal practice and on your journey to qualification via the SQE. Whether you’re in the process of undertaking qualifying work experience or have this on your horizon, you’ll be fully equipped to rise to the challenge.
Ultimately, this course prepares you for a career in legal practice as a solicitor. Whether you choose to work in a law firm, an in-house role, or with a range of firms, you’ll be career ready. This includes local high street practices as well as large regional and global organisations.
Designed in consultation with students and legal practitioners, this programme offers a practice-based curriculum to support your preparation for the SQE assessments (1 and 2) and professional life in legal practice as a solicitor. The course has the advantage of mixed assessment methods and optional modules, tailored to your needs.”
Rachel oversees the clinical and employability activities at Leeds Law School. She completed her PhD in 2017 which explored knowledge, skills and attributes developed in law clinics. Rachel continues to research legal education and is a specialist in animal law.
Leeds Law School - Career Opportunities Rachel Dunn, Course Director for Pro Bono and Employability, talks about some of the career opportunities on offer for students within Leeds Law School.
Our guest lecture events provide opportunities for you to network and hear from speakers from a range of backgrounds and contexts, providing insight into developments and key issues of relevance to the legal sector and professional practice. Our events are open to legal professionals, students and those with an interest in the subject area.
Our careers service is not just there for undergraduates, we support our postgraduate taught and research students too.
Your postgraduate degree will boost your CV and help you stand out from the crowd. Whether you're just starting out on your chosen career path, changing careers or moving to the next level, we can provide you with expert advice and resources to help you take the next steps to achieving your goals.
At Leeds Beckett your experience is important to us, find out more about what to expect from your time on this course and life at uni.
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