About The University of Law
The University of Law (ULaw) is the UK's largest specialist provider of legal and business education, operating 16 teaching centres plus an extensive online campus that focuses on practice-ready LLB, SQE, LPC, BPC and business master's programmes tied closely to law firms.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 16,000 total students
- • 4,500 international students
- • 30 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Private university
- • Established 1876
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
LLB, LLM, SQE, LPC, Business Master
Popular Subjects
Commercial LawInternational ArbitrationCriminologyBusiness AnalyticsPolicing
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Law
Undergraduate Law, Postgraduate Law, Bar Practice, Online Law
Business School
Finance and Accounting, Leadership and Management, Digital Marketing, Human Resources
Professional Development
SQE Prep, Policing, Continuing Professional Development
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical LLB offers BBB; contextual offers down to BCC for widening participation applicants.
Alternatives: IB 30 points with 5 in HL subjects, Gaokao 78% overall with 80% in liberal arts, BTEC DDM in Applied Law
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Character questionnaire for Bar pathways • Interview for policing degrees • Criminal record declaration
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours (or international equivalent) in law or related discipline; non-law grads need a GDL or conversion course.
GPA: 2.8
IELTS: 7
R 6.5 / W 6.5 / L 6.5 / S 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 95
Two professional references • CV and statement of professional goals • Online interview for Bar Practice Course
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £15,000
- Postgraduate: £16,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £9,100
- Food: £2,500
- Transport: £1,500
- Entertainment: £1,500
- Other: £1,200
- Total: £15,800
Scholarships
Law First Scholarship
Merit£3,000 tuition reduction for students achieving AAA or equivalent and demonstrating leadership.
Value: £3,000 (Tuition)
Firm ULaw offer • AAA/IB 35 equivalent • Personal statement evidencing leadership
Deadline: 2024-08-01
Simmons & Simmons BPC Award
Industry£10,000 sponsorship plus mentoring for outstanding Bar Practice Course candidates.
Value: £10,000 (Tuition and living)
Offer holder on BPC • First-class or high 2:1 • Demonstrated commitment to advocacy
Deadline: 2024-06-30
Campus & Facilities
Braboeuf Manor, Portsmouth Road, Guildford GU3 1HA
Multiple city-centre campuses across the UK including London Bloomsbury, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds and Bristol
Size: 5 acres
Facilities
Academic
Moot courtrooms, Law libraries, Legal practice suites, Study spaces
Technology
Online learning platforms, Virtual law clinics, Research databases
Accommodation
Chapter Aldgate
StudioCost: N/A
Contract:
Student Castle London
En-suiteCost: N/A
Contract:
ULaw Manchester House
Shared flatCost: N/A
Contract:
Accept your course offer, receive a campus allocation email, then rank accommodation choices through the ULaw housing portal.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 30
Teams: 10
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: N/A
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
40
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 88%
Further study: 5%
Unemployed: 4%
Average Salary
£38,000
annual
Top Employers
Magic Circle firmsSilver Circle firmsBig FourCrown Prosecution ServiceMajor corporates
Location & Transportation
Public Transport
- Various: All campuses are in city centres with excellent public transport • Varies by city
Local Area
Campuses in major UK legal centres including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol and more
Cost of Living: Varies by campus
Attractions: Varies by location - major city amenities available
Shopping:
Entertainment:
Additional Information
Accreditation
Solicitors Regulation Authority, Bar Standards Board, Chartered Management Institute
Partnerships
- Industry: Linklaters — Exclusive SQE prep collaboration delivering bespoke electives for training contract cohorts.
- Public: West Midlands Police — Co-designed policing degrees with paid placements and digital investigation projects.
Research Highlights
- LegalTech Adoption Survey — ULaw researchers mapped the use of AI in UK law firms, influencing Law Society training priorities. (2023)
- Access to Justice Clinics — Impact assessment showed £2.5m equivalent free legal advice delivered through ULaw pro bono hubs across 10 cities. (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Sadiq Khan — Mayor of London and former human rights lawyer (1994)
- Cherie Blair CBE KC — Barrister and founder of Omnia Strategy (1979)
Metadata
Source: ULaw 2024 prospectus, SRA course specs, Graduate Outcomes survey
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: international@law.ac.uk