Our courses are designed differently to ensure you’ll be able to navigate the challenges of the future and make your mark. Studying on one of our degrees means you’ll learn by doing alongside leading academics, researchers and expert practitioners, equipping you with the most relevant skills and expertise in your chosen subject.
Make your mark in the legal world by working alongside practising professionals and gain real-world experience in our award-winning Law Clinic.
Unpack the criminal justice system and its challenges and learn first-hand the difference a case makes to the lives of those involved.
Graduate with work experience that sets you apart with our extensive network of connections across legal firms in the South West and organisations like Citizens Advice and Shelter.
“The Foulston Room gives our students hands-on, real-world experience of the court room. With interactive teaching, court room simulation and ‘mooting’, our students get to experience what it is really like to represent clients in court. It is the perfect space to grow confidence and develop craft, and it’s the best possible preparation for future success in their legal careers.” John Matthews, Interim Head of School
When studying law, you’ll get hands-on in the law clinic, genuinely helping those who can’t afford to pay for their own representation.
My time in the clinic was the highlight of my degree.
Emma Mumford
Whilst working in the law clinic, we had the opportunity to help those who needed it, and have been able to make a positive impact in difficult times. It was also a huge factor in helping me stand out when applying for jobs.
Alannah O’Neill
I have seen first-hand the significant legal challenges many people face and how disruptive they can be. These are then all too frequently compounded by their inability to access legal advice due to the growing legal aid deserts we face. This makes the work of organisations like University of Plymouth Law Clinic that are at the frontline of tackling these issues, by providing quality legal advice to those who need it, a vital resource. Thank you to the staff and volunteers involved in the Clinic for the hard work they do to widen access to justice day in, day out.
Applications are open to all foundation and year 1 students in the School of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences.
Whether you choose a taught masters programme or undertake a research degree, you will be supported and supervised by staff who are international experts in their field.
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