University of Law
University of Law (ULaw), United Kingdom
Ranking: Private university
Year of foundation: 1962
Locations: London, Guildford, Chester, York, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, and Exeter
University website: http://www.law.ac.uk/
Number of students: 16,000, with 15% international students
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The University of Law (ULaw) is a private, for-profit institution, recognized as one of the best law schools in the UK. It specializes in training highly qualified legal professionals, including top-tier lawyers and prosecutors.

ULaw was founded in 1962 as the College of Law. It became the first independent institution in the UK to be granted degree-awarding powers in 2006. In 2012, it was granted university status and officially renamed the University of Law (ULaw).
Currently, ULaw has campuses in eight cities across the UK:
  • Guildford (1967)
  • Chester (1974)
  • York (1989)
  • Bloomsbury, London (1992)
  • Birmingham (2001)
  • Moorgate, London (2006)
  • Manchester (2009)
  • Bristol (2010)
  • Exeter (2016)

Each ULaw campus is located near major business hubs and leading law firms, with excellent transport links. Every campus is a modern, well-equipped center for professional legal education, providing students with a comfortable and inspiring environment for both learning and living.
The largest ULaw campuses are in Bloomsbury and Moorgate, London.

The University of Law offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate law programs and has trained more lawyers than any other law school in the UK. Many top law graduates from the UK’s Top 5 universities pursue postgraduate studies at ULaw.
Beyond world-class education, ULaw provides students with a variety of sports and social clubs, fostering a dynamic and engaging student life.

Accommodation:
All first-year students are guaranteed accommodation in one of the university’s student residences.
The Accommodation Services Team offers multiple housing options, including:
  • University residences
  • Private student residences
  • Private apartments/houses
  • Host families
Cost of accommodation: £97 – £188 per week.

Why Choose the University of Law (ULaw)?
  • Global connections – The university partners with 90 of the world’s top 100 law firms, ensuring high demand for its graduates.
  • Expert faculty – All instructors are practicing lawyers with extensive professional experience.
  • Practical focus – Education at ULaw is designed with a hands-on, practice-based approach.
  • Student satisfaction – 97% of students report high levels of satisfaction with their studies.

Programmes

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) – LLB (Hons) Law:
  • 3 years full-time (LLB (Hons) Law with Business)
  • 2 years full-time (accelerated program)
  • 4 years part-time (i-LLB)
  • Online courses
Postgraduate (Master’s)Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL):
  • Graduate LLB
  • Legal Practice Course (LPC)
  • Master of Laws (LLM)
  • MSc in Law, Governance, Risk, and Compliance
  • Online courses
Professional Courses

Most Popular Fields of Study:
  • Law
  • Legal Studies

Application deadline: January 15

Admission Requirements
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s):
  • High school diploma
  • A-level / IB or equivalent
  • IELTS 6.5-7.0
Postgraduate (Master’s):
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • IELTS 6.5-7.0
Scholarships:
The University of Law (ULaw) offers several scholarship programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students:
  • Undergraduate scholarships – Financial awards ranging from £1,000 to £6,000.
  • Postgraduate scholarships – Tuition fee discounts of up to £6,500.
Notable Alumni:
  • Cherie Blair – Barrister
  • Charles Falconer – Former Lord Chancellor of the UK
  • Cheryl Gillan – Member of Parliament (Conservative Party, UK)
  • Jonny Searle – British rower, Olympic champion
  • Claire Ward – Member of Parliament (Labour Party, UK)