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.
ProgrammesUndergraduate (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 CoursesMost Popular Fields of Study:Application deadline: January 15Admission RequirementsUndergraduate (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)