A lawyer has to be skilled in the art of persuasion. Much of a lawyer's work will involve persuading others (maybe a judge, a politician or another lawyer) that their argument is the best and will result in the most favourable outcome. The study of law will equip you with the skills needed to become an effective persuader.
As well as acquiring specialised legal knowledge, studying law will also provide you with highly transferable skills that are valued by employers from many walks of life. Law graduates are skilled in oral and written communication, proficient in research, and are able to solve problems in a structured and logical way.
With legal training you will develop highly transferable skills of research and analysis, oral and written presentation, and clear, logical thought, which can be used far beyond the area of law.
Studying Law at Salford will give you a firm grounding in the foundation legal subjects with considerable scope for specialisation in our optional modules. Our modules in research, analysis and communication will provide you with the necessary skills for a career in the law, or the transferable skills for high-level careers in other areas.
At Salford Law School we pride ourselves on the fact that we are a smaller and more personal law school, which enables us to focus a lot more care, attention and most importantly time, on Salford Law School students. Along with the excellent teaching and state-of-the-art facilities, it is the little things, such as knowing you by name that sets us apart.
All modules on the LLB Law course are taught over semesters 1 and 2.
During year 1 of your LLB course, you will study six core modules. The majority of these modules are common to law schools across the country as they are determined by professional requirements. Alongside these modules, at Salford we will ensure you have all the key skills you need to be successful in the core legal modules as well as setting the international context for your studies through your study of Law in a Global Context.
Alongside the traditional core legal topics, during year 2 you will have the opportunity to choose from our range of optional modules. This will enable you to start developing your specialisms and choose from legal topics that particularly appeal to you.
In your final year at Salford Law School, you will be able to choose five topics from our wide range of optional modules. This will allow you to tailor your studies to your particular interests and learn from our specialist lecturers.
Year 1
Analytical and Research Skills
This module addresses the key skills you will need to develop to study law successfully. As well as covering generic and legally specific academic skills we also look at developing your ability to research the law and to read and write critically.
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Contract Law
This module considers the rules that govern contractual agreements between persons.
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Criminal Law
This module covers punishment by the state of offenders; the general principles of criminal liability together with an examination of principal offences and defences.
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English Legal Process
This module is a practical introduction to the sources of law, the court structures and court systems and many of the basic concepts studied later in the course.
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International Law
With increasing trade and movement between states, how does the law deal with issues across borders, both between states and between their citizens? International Law considers these issues in detail.
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Public Law
This module explores the rights and obligations of the citizen and the state, judicial review of administrative action and the constitution of the UK.
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Year 2
Communication Skills
This is a practically oriented module concerned with the development of abilities in oral and written communication as well as employability skills.
You will take part in a pro bono element known as Street Law. As part of a group you will deliver a presentation on the law to a wide range of groups, including college students, youth groups and community organisations. Additionally you will participate in Mooting by acting as Counsel in a mock court case.
Finally, the Employability dimension of the module ains to help you develop the skills needed to gain a relevant career, eg, writing a CV and developing a career action plan.
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EU Law
This module aims at providing a general introduction to European Union Law. EU Law is important not only in respect of the obligations imposed upon the EU Member States, but also because it confers on all EU citizens significant rights that may be enforced before national courts and that the Member States and private parties must respect.
Nowadays, European Law covers many areas. This module deals with its main features: in particular the European Institutions, the law-making process, its main areas (for example, the Internal Market) and the relationships between EU Law and the national legal system of the EU Member States. Particular attention is devoted to the judicial architecture of the European Union and its connection with national courts.
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Land Law
This module considers the legal nature of ownership and possession of land, the classification of property in English law, and how interests in land are created and transferred.
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Law of Tort
This module explores the law relating to civil wrongs, such as negligence; when and how compensation can be claimed if one person negligently causes harm to another.
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Plus two optional modules from:
Commercial and Consumer Law
This module looks at particular types of commercial contracts like sales of goods and services and insurance.
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Company Law
This module examines the legal rules that determine the internal and external relationships between companies and others.
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Media Law
This module will explore the relevance of the media in today's society and the impact of regulation on the media within its political context.
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Family Law
This module explores the laws which deal with and regulate marriage, co-habitation and child issues, especially upon breakdown of the relationship.
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Year 3
Equity and Trusts
This module encompasses the study of trusts and their uses, looking at both structures and remedies where traditional contractual and tortious rules have proved inadequate.
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Plus five optional modules from:
Criminal Justice
This module involves a critical analysis of the criminal justice system and the major stages of the pre-trial and trial process.
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Cyberlaw
This is a growing area of legal practice and in today's online society an understanding of the law in cyberspace is now key knowledge. This module covers topics such as cybercrime, data protection and internet regulatory issues.
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Dissertation
The Dissertation module allows you to pursue legal research in a discipline of your own choosing, subject to tutor approval. You will be assigned a supervisor but this module involves a great deal of self directed study.
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Employment Law
Although based on a contractual relationship, there are so many specialised rights that exist in employment it has now become a distinct legal topic. This module considers those rights in detail.
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Environmental Law
With the increased level of concern about harms being done to the environment, this module examines the legal regimes for the conservation and enjoyment of the environment.
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Evidence
This module examines all matters concerned with the criminal trial process, such as who may give evidence and what may or may not be admitted as evidence during a trial to prove the facts in issue.
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Human Rights Law
This module examines distinctive problems and concepts in human rights law.
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Intellectual Property Law
This module deals with trademarks, patents, copyrights – some of the most valuable assets needing protection in a developed economy.
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Jurisprudence
This module is the study of legal concepts and the philosophy of law on which legal systems are built.
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Medical Law and Ethics
This module considers the legal rights of those who need to access healthcare and the legal responsibilities of those who provide it.
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Sports Law
This module is designed to give you an appreciation of the various ways that the law is impacting on modern sport.
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Please note that optional modules can vary due to staff availability and student demand. They may also be delivered during either year 2 or year 3.
