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TOP 150 (QS WORLD RANKINGS 2023) LAW RANKED
FOR STUDENT EXPERIENCE
(TIMES GOOD UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2024)
(GUARDIAN UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2024)
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WELCOME
Recognised undergraduate degrees Employability and placement opportunities Thorough preparation for the legal profession WE OFFER:
A warm welcome to the Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law at Swansea University! Our vibrant School provides practical legal education from experts in their field. Our excellent relationships with partners and organisations in the legal sector allow us to offer our students a plethora of opportunities. All our students are taught by experienced academics. We encourage our students to explore both academic theory and practical, real-world application. Academic colleagues in the School offer students significant support through lectures, seminars and drop-in sessions. Every student is allocated a personal tutor to support them through their studies. We put our students at the heart of our community, and the School is home to students from a wide range of backgrounds who play an important part in School life. Whether you turn the pages, visit our website or follow us on social media, I hope we can inspire you to study at Swansea on a course that is right for you.
SKILLS ACQUIRED:
Analytical Communication Independent thinking Problem solving Research
Are equipped with skills leading to rewarding careers Benefit from extensive support and guidance Are taught by an experienced team of legal experts OUR STUDENTS:
Professor Alison Perry Head, Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law
LAW Our undergraduate programmes cover the foundations of legal knowledge, as well as offering you a wide choice of optional modules for a personalised experience. We have a strong focus on experiential learning, offering students the opportunity to develop important skills for real-world practice. This is done through our award-winning law clinic, miscarriage of justice project, and Street Law, mooting, interviewing and negotiations initiatives. OUR DEGREES
M100 M10F
Law, LLB (Hons)
Law, LLB (Hons) with a Foundation Year
You will gain a comprehensive grounding in the core areas covered by a law degree. As your studies progress, you can choose from a wide range of specialised subject areas of law relating to medicine, human rights, family, the environment, trade, employment, and media. Throughout your undergraduate law degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.
MM19 MM1F
Law with Criminology, LLB (Hons)
Law with Criminology, LLB (Hons) with a Foundation Year
This degree brings together Law and Criminology, giving you the opportunity to combine an interest in criminality and criminal policy with in-depth coverage of the law of England and Wales. The programme is designed to cover foundational subjects in each discipline in the first and second year, allowing you a wide choice of optional study in the final year.
M28G
Business Law, LLB (Hons)
Take the first step towards a range of exciting careers in business and commercial law with our specialised LLB degree programme. You will gain a comprehensive grounding in the core areas covered by a law degree. As your studies progress, you can choose from a wide range of subject areas with a business focus, including: trade law, media law, commercial sales, competition law, and employment law.
85M8
Law (Senior Status), LLB (Hons)
If you want to study law and already hold a degree in a different discipline from outside the UK, then this two-year Senior Status LLB is for you. You will learn how the legal and criminal justice systems work in England and Wales and gain a comprehensive grounding in the core areas covered by a law degree.
Alongside the core compulsory modules, you can study optional modules from a wide range of subject areas, including: family law, employment law, cybercrime, competition law, and medical law.
M10P M1PF M28P MM1P MM1F
Law in Practice, LLB (Hons)
Law in Practice, LLB (Hons) with a Foundation Year
Business Law in Practice, LLB (Hons)
Law with Criminology in Practice, LLB (Hons)
Law with Criminology in Practice, LLB (Hons) with a Foundation Year
This 4-year law degree provides a strong foundation in core legal areas, featuring a unique third-year paid internship in a legal setting. Throughout your undergraduate studies, you’ll develop essential research and analytical skills, mastering effective communication in both written and verbal forms. The programme offers specialisation options in diverse legal areas, allowing you to tailor your learning experience. Importantly, our undergraduate law programmes prepare you for future professional exams, such as the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQE), and fulfill academic requirements for aspiring barristers set by the Bar Standards Board.
swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/law
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS GUIDE We will consider your application and will use your prior achievement, UCAS personal statement, predicted grades and references to set the terms of each offer. The below table is intended as an overview and guide. Please visit our website for information about entry requirements to your particular course: swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/law
COURSE TITLE
A-LEVEL OR EQUIVALENT OFFER
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
BTEC EQUIVALENT TYPICAL OFFER
GCSE OR EQUIVALENT
LAW, LLB (Hons)
ABB - BBB
32-33
DDM or higher
N/A
LAW WITH CRIMINOLOGY, LLB (Hons)
BUSINESS LAW, LLB (Hons)
N/A
AAB-BBB
32
DDM
LAW IN PRACTICE, LLB (Hons)
BUSINESS LAW IN PRACTICE, LLB (Hons) LAW WITH CRIMINOLOGY IN PRACTICE, LLB (Hons)
Foundation Year - Subject to your predicted grades and course choice, we may offer a place on a foundation year as an alternative - completion of which leads to Year 1 of your chosen course. The foundation year is taught at The College, located on the Bay Campus, and your final three years are taught within the School of Law, located on Singleton Campus. Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate - applicants will be able to meet our requirements from three A-levels or two A-levels and the Skills Challenge Certificate. Extended Project Qualification - applicants predicted grade B or above in EPQ will receive an offer with a one-grade reduction. e.g., an offer of AAB would become ABB plus EPQ B. At Swansea University, we review every application on a case-by-case basis, and accept a range of qualifications. We will consider issuing tariff point offers to students studying a combination of different qualifications. If you have any questions about our admissions process, please email our friendly recruitment team on studyFHSS@swansea.ac.uk .
MODULES
LAW, LLB (Hons) The modules listed below will give you a taste of what you could study on our 3-year Law, LLB (Hons) Single Honours. The full list of all compulsory and optional modules can be found here : swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/law
Year 1 (Level 4): 120 credits comprising 5 compulsory modules.
COMPULSORY MODULES
Tort Law
Skills for the Study of Law
Legal System
Contract Law
Public Law
Year 2 (Level 5): 120 credits comprising 3 compulsory and 2 optional modules. COMPULSORY MODULES OPTIONAL MODULE EXAMPLES
Criminal Law
Medical Law
Media Law
Equity & Trusts
Human Rights Law
World Trade Law
Land Law
Negotiations
Commercial Sales
Year 3 (Level 6): 120 credits comprising 6 optional modules, with over 30 to choose from.
OPTIONAL MODULES: YEAR 3 (INDICATIVE) - VISIT YOUR COURSE PAGE FOR COMPLETE MODULES LIST
Law with Criminology, LLB (Hons)
Law, LLB (Hons)
Business Law, LLB (Hons)
Criminal Evidence Law and Psychology
Environmental Law
World Trade Law
Counter-terrorism Law
Human Rights & Social Justice
Employment Law: Enforcing Rights
Company Law: Incorporation, Constitution and Control Company Law: Governance, Rights and Liquidation
Cybercrime
Law and the Nature Crisis
Organised Crime: Concepts, Patterns, and Responses Delivering Social Justice Interventions: Entrepreneurial Criminology
Human Rights Law
Employment Law: Enforcing Rights
Commercial Sales
Optional module selection may be subject to pre-requisite study at lower level. The numbers for some modules are capped. Course content may be updated and modules subject to change – see our Programme Disclaimer: swansea.ac.uk/study/programme-disclaimer
FACILITIES
Our focus is on the provision of research-led and skills-oriented education, which is enhanced through our sector-leading facilities, providing our students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in a community that promotes collaboration and development. LAW CLINIC Our award-winning pro bono Law Clinic is housed within a professional, purpose-built space. The Clinic includes a reception area, client interview rooms, student collaboration spaces and staff offices. There is also a large space where our partner charities, non-governmental organisations and volunteer agencies can collaborate in an informal creative environment. STUDENT SPACES Both of our buildings offer open-plan study and social spaces. The layout has been designed to offer flexible working space, which means furniture can be easily moved to accommodate individual study or group work. Multiple electrical sockets together with Wi-Fi connectivity aid access to digital resources. MOCK COURT ROOM Our courtroom is equipped with authentic courtroom furniture, promoting an interactive learning environment that helps students to acquire advocacy skills. Mooting is a key part of our suite of extra-curricular experiential learning, helping to build confidence, communication skills and research skills, and improve employability prospects. Our students have enjoyed success in numerous regional and national mooting competitions. TEACHING ROOMS All of our teaching rooms have been upgraded to incorporate state-of-the-art teaching technologies. Large digital screens provide interactive tools, which encourage lively debate, group collaboration and teamwork. Lecture capture facilities ensure that students can refer back to all course materials during revision periods.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Community : There’s always plenty going on within our Faculty community. During Welcome Week, you’ll have opportunities to make connections and socialise with people on your course. At our social events, students have enjoyed interacting with exotic animals, learning about Welsh culture, dancing the night away at our School Balls, and getting involved in craft sessions, games nights, sports, and more! Student Voice: Partnership summarises our vision for how to work with all students to improve their experience and help them to get the most out of their time at university; the Student Representative System is a key part of this. As a Student Rep, you stand in elections to represent your cohort and work with staff across the School to provide constructive feedback and make change happen. Learning Community: As a Swansea University student, you’re joining a rich and diverse learning community. We aim to provide opportunities that will not only enhance understanding of your own subject area, but also make connections with and explore other subjects. As part of this, we’ve hosted integrated research seminar series, student-led research evenings and subject taster sessions. We also promote the various ways that students can take part in and conduct their own research. Taking Care of Yourself : Taking care of yourself is of paramount importance and we’re always looking to develop initiatives to target student wellbeing holistically. Throughout the year, we send themed communications that direct students to support and resources at the time they most need it. We run a range of events to help students take time out and relax, such as ‘Grab and Go’ Breakfasts during exam periods and regular coffee mornings. We also run proactive sessions like Self-Resilience and Exam Success Workshops to help students be as prepared as possible leading into more intense and busy periods of the year.
SOCIETIES FROM THE SCHOOL OF LAW
WOMEN IN LAW
CANADIAN LAW
BARRISTERS
LAW
For more information about societies visit: swansea-union.co.uk/get_involved/societies
EMPLOYABILITY
Our students benefit from having access to a dedicated Employability Team. Employability is actively promoted and an important focus throughout your studies. The team has a track-record of getting students into employment and offer support for 5 years after graduation. They help with:
Applications Insight days
Internships Interview techniques
Mentoring Networking
Part-time jobs Year in Industry
There are numerous opportunities to advance your employability throughout your student experience, such as:
• The SPIN (Swansea Paid Internship Network), which offers students paid internships within the University and with external employers on a range of different projects. • Bespoke Year in Industry & graduate roles with local and nationwide companies. • Mock interviews with real employers who provide personalised feedback. • Bursaries that are available each year to provide student’s with paid work experience such as Santander Funding.
FUTURE CAREERS INCLUDE WORKING AS A:
Barrister Civil Servant Company Secretary Lecturer
Licensed Conveyancer Local Government Official Paralegal Patent Attorney
Police Officer Probation Officer Researcher Solicitor
I’ve mooted for the University as part of the Bar Society, which as well as being great fun, has given me unique advocacy experience that is invaluable for your CV. I’ve also been involved with the Law Society, which offers great networking opportunities. Swansea offers many opportunities both whilst studying and once you’ve graduated. I feel this is an important thing to consider, because ultimately you need to be as prepared as possible for the world after university. Swansea goes above and beyond to get you off to the best start!
EMILY RICHARDSON LLB Law
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YEAR ABROAD
Studying abroad for a year is an opportunity to experience new cultures, meet people from around the world and develop a global mindset in preparation for your future career. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences has a number of international partner institutions where students can study for a full academic year. Destinations may include the North Americas, Europe or East and South East Asia. Our Year Abroad degrees are four-year degree programmes, where your third year is spent studying abroad. During your year abroad, you will pay a reduced tuition fee of 15% of the standard Swansea University fees and no tuition fees are payable to the host university. Funding opportunities are also available from the Go Global team.
Please note, enrolment on a programme with a year abroad does not guarantee you a year abroad placement. In the event you do not secure a placement, you will be transferred to the standard variant of your degree scheme without a year abroad.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A YEAR ABROAD? Employers value graduates with international experience. Being able to adapt to new surroundings and learning important life skills while studying abroad could put you ahead of the competition when you graduate. Developing cultural awareness Independence Language development Preparation for international work Professional and personal development Studying abroad is a valuable addition to your CV Studying in a location known as a leading hub in your field of interest
I spent a year studying in Madrid. Simply put it was the best year of my life, due to the broad variety of experiences, which developed me as a person. The incredible times I had in Madrid are uncountable. From witnessing the picturesque coast of San Sebastián, to celebrating my 21st birthday with new friends I will cherish for life, or even having something as incredible as Park de Oeste on my doorstep. These are memories I will never forget.
CAM HUGHES LLB Law | Year Abroad: Madrid, Spain
STUDENT SUPPORT
The Faculty has a dedicated Student Experience and Information team on hand, situated across both Singleton and Bay Campuses to provide professional, student-centred guidance and support across several key areas including:
Supporting students through Welcome Week and Induction
Organising student engagement activities and social events
Supporting with timetable queries
Guiding and processing change of circumstances requests, which include: suspensions of studies, programme transfers, and withdrawals Linking in with central support services to ensure students are effectively supported
Working closely with students and personal tutors
Supporting students through the University’s engagement monitoring process and following up to ensure that where students are facing challenges, the team can provide professional and bespoke support 1:1 meetings with students in person or online regarding personal or academic issues Supporting students who have extenuating circumstances via the formal process, for coursework, in class tests, online tests, exams, etc. Supporting students with disabilities, and connecting them with the University Disability Office
For more information about the support available to you visit: swansea.ac.uk/student-services
MONEY AND ADVICE
As an undergraduate student at Swansea University, it is important to prioritise financial planning and management early on in your academic journey. Fortunately, the university’s award-winning Money@CampusLife Team is here to help. Whilst financial support is not always guaranteed, here are some areas our team can assist you in: Budgeting Bursaries and special awards Financial hardship Degree withdrawals/suspensions/transfers/repeats Pre-arrivals and new student information Student funding Student+, which is financial assistance for students who have additional considerations, such as being a carer, care leaver or being estranged from their family Overall, managing money as an undergraduate student requires discipline, organisation, and a willingness to seek support when necessary. With the help of Swansea University’s Money@CampusLife team, you can take control of your finances and focus on your academic and personal goals.
For more information, please visit our website: swansea.ac.uk/money-campuslife
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
Studying in Swansea University was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I cannot thank my lecturers and every single member of staff enough for the support, kindness and care that they surrounded me with throughout my studies.
I am now working as a paralegal in a leading matrimonial and personal injury law firm in Manhattan NYC and plan to sit the New York Bar at the end of this year.
EVANGELINE O’DOWD Law, LLB (Hons)
I am President of Swansea’s Raising and Giving Society, which we built from the ground up. We started after we fundraised £93,200, and then
thought we needed a RAG Society at Swansea.
Only a few months on, we have vastly increased our challenges and are on course for raising £150,000 this year. Which, if we manage it, over the last 2 years of my degree, I have helped raise £250,000 for charity.
RYAN JOHNSON Law with Criminology, LLB (Hons)
One of my favourite aspects is the Swansea Law Clinic where students can gain valuable first-hand experience in a practical legal environment. I believe that practical learning experience in a supervised environment is essential to building the transferable skills that you need for a successful career in any field. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to expand your worldly experience, establish independence, and discover more about yourself and your aspirations while pursuing your legal career. Swansea offers an exceptionally welcoming environment; it has been like a home away from home for me.
ALEXIS RUDAT Law, LLB (Hons)
I’m studying the Law LLB (Senior Status). Basically, it’s two years instead of three because I already have a bachelor’s degree. The structure of the degree allows me to have optional modules, which gives me a lot of opportunity to have a more focused approach. Swansea University has a wide range of extracurricular activities. I am currently participating in more than five competitions, the Law Society, the Bar Society and I am the subject representative. The lecturers are very friendly, approachable and helpful through the whole academic year. Everyone here is so friendly from the staff to the locals in Swansea.
MOHAMED FELAYA Law (Senior Status), LLB (Hons)
In my third year, I undertook the Clinical Legal Education module, a major reason in my decision to study Law at Swansea. The experience provided me with an essence of how law is practiced in a professional setting. We were paired as a ‘firm’ of two students and were responsible for most of the case management, applying our knowledge garnered in our first two years of the degree. As a result of this experience, I am more confident in my interview, research and management skills. I am grateful to have had this opportunity to help people in our local community.
FATIMA MUHAMMAD NAYYAR Law, LLB (Hons)
RESEARCH
The Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law houses a dynamic and diverse research environment, bringing together scholars from a wide range of specialist subject areas and academic backgrounds. Our work ranges from global perspectives to issues specific to Wales and our local community.
We work in collaboration with each other and a range of individuals in academic institutions and other government, intergovernmental and non-governmental organisations.
HOW WE ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Working in collaboration with a range of academic institutions, government and non-governmental organisations Contributing to changes to policy, law and practice on a local, national and international platform
RESEARCH CENTRES
Our research is facilitated by the following research centres, which offer regular opportunities for our students:
Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC) CYTREC explores methods of combatting online threats, from terrorism, extremism and cybercrime, to child sexual exploitation online and grooming.
Institute of International Shipping and Trade Law IISTL promotes research and teaching in international shipping and trade law, and collaborates with academic institutions and professional organisations.
Governance and Human Rights Research Group
Observatory on Human Rights of Children A project that provides a forum for research on human rights of children and young people, with impacts on policy, practice, advocacy and law reform.
Focusing on human rights and contemporary challenges such as climate change and asylum.
RESEARCH EXPERTISE
Our research feeds directly into our teaching, and we have expertise in various areas that mean you will learn about the most cutting-edge topics. Our expertise covers:
Cyber risk insurance: building resilience in Wales Developing environmental law International human rights in Welsh law Online protection of trade secrets Strengthening evidence in human rights investigations Sustainable marine insurance Terrorist narratives and propaganda dissemination The effect of Japanese Knotweed on home buying
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT:
PROFESSOR STUART MACDONALD, PROFESSOR OF LAW
Tackling Terrorists’ Online Activities
Terrorist groups use the internet for a variety of purposes, from disseminating propaganda and recruitment to fund-raising and psychological warfare. Developing responses that are effective and maintain respect for human rights and basic values is one of today’s most pressing challenges, and a key focus of the work of Professor Stuart Macdonald. Stuart is the Director of the Cyber Threats Research Centre, which runs the bi-annual Terrorism and Social Media Conference (TASM), bringing together over 200 attendees from all over the world, to share latest research and discuss prominent issues in relation to counter-terrorism.
For more information about research visit: swansea.ac.uk/law/research
HOW TO WRITE A PERSONAL STATEMENT
STRUCTURE IS EVERYTHING Before you begin, jot down the structure for the personal statement. We’d always suggest: • An opening paragraph outlining your passion for the subject and your drive to succeed, • Your academic studies and work experience, • Interests/hobbies 1 STRONG OPENING PARAGRAPHS Opening paragraphs and sentences are really important but please be aware that we see thousands and many opening lines are just overused, including: • ‘From a young age I have always been interested in/fascinated by…’ • ‘I am applying for this course because…’ 2 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Your personal statement is about highlighting why you are the perfect candidate for a place at our School. So be confident when you talk about your academic achievements and ambitions. 3 4 LET’S TALK ABOUT YOU As well as outlining your academic achievement and your aspirations, we want to get to know you as a person. What are your interests and hobbies outside of the classroom? They do not need to be award-winning; they will help build a well-rounded image of you as a person. 5 DON’T PLAGIARISE Plagiarising is a big no go; at university and within your personal statement. 6 THERE’S A LIMIT There’s a 4,000 character limit or 47 lines – keep tabs on how much you’ve written. 7 NO JOKES Humour is often a great way to stand out from the crowd but not in this instance. We want to take you seriously and the assessor may have a very different sense of humour to you. 8 NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT Don’t leave it to the last minute to write your personal statement. You’ll find that it takes longer than you think to get it exactly as you want it. Now isn’t the time to rush.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
SEPT UCAS OPENS Make a start on your application.
OCT - NOV OPEN DAYS Meet staff and students on campus.
NOV - DEC ON TRACK Finalise your application.
APR STUDENT FINANCE Start applying for financial support. £
FEB - MAR OFFER-HOLDER EVENTS Keep an eye on your emails!
JAN UCAS DEADLINE Submit your application on time.
MAY ACCOMMODATION Apply before the June deadline.
JUNE FIRM & INSURANCE Deadline for making your choices.
AUG RESULTS DAY! Confirmation and Clearing.
For more information about what Swansea has to offer visit: swansea.ac.uk
SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
SPORT AT SWANSEA
We pride ourselves on our dedication and commitment to sport and active living for everyone from beginner to the elite athlete. Make the most of the following facilities: •50m Wales National Pool Swansea •Outdoor Athletics Track •Multi-Use Games Area •Cardio and Weights Rooms •Cycle Hire and Jogging Routes WELSH LANGUAGE PROVISION Certain modules and seminars may be available in Welsh. You also have access to Welsh speaking personal tutors and can submit your coursework or sit exams in Welsh. swansea.ac.uk/welsh-language-standards STUDENT SOCIETIES Our Students’ Union has an extensive list of societies available to participate in. As well as being fun, joining a society offers communities of support for students and transferable skills for future employment if you take on a leading role on the committee. swansea-union.co.uk/get_involved/societies
Swansea University offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries which may be available to help finance your studies. Scholarships can be awarded to Welsh medium or international students, or for students excelling in exams, music or sport. Our income-related bursaries help students from lower income backgrounds. swansea.ac.uk/scholarships CULTURE Swansea University hosts and supports a wide range of cultural, artistic and creative activities, with a significant number of thriving music and performing arts student societies. The Taliesin Arts Centre sits at the heart of the Singleton Park Campus and hosts regular productions, mainstream and alternative cinema screenings, and the award-winning Egypt Centre is home to a collection of over 6,000 Egyptian antiquities. The Great Hall on the Bay Campus, with its 700-seat Sir Stanley Clarke Auditorium offering world class acoustics, provides an incredible venue to enjoy cultural performances, events, exhibitions and more.
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CONTACT US
Hillary Rodham Clinton School of Law Singleton Campus
Swansea SA2 8PP Wales, UK
EMAIL: StudyFHSS@swansea.ac.uk
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