Law and German

The University of Edinburgh

Undergraduate LLB (Hons) Full-time 4 Years LawPolicingLanguages

Law and German LLB (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. 72% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £26,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is A*AA.

A-Level Entry

A*AA

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

72.06%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Our joint programmes allow you to study law alongside another academic discipline. Over four years of study you will take a range of courses from both the Law School and the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures.

The joint LLB Law and German aims to promote advanced knowledge and understanding of the theory, concepts and rules of law while allowing you to gain a professional standard of German.

On this programme, you will develop skills in German, such as:

* listening, speaking and presentation

* reading, writing and translation

You will develop an understanding of how German-language culture has had an international influence for centuries.

Our courses explore German-language literature, film and theatre, all within the context of historical and political developments.

Compulsory year abroad

This programme includes a compulsory year abroad in Year 3 at an institution that teaches in German. This gives you the chance to have a culturally immersive experience in another country, while also developing your legal and language skills.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades A*AA
Scottish Higher AAAAA

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Law, Policing, Languages
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000