Law with Politics

9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

=9th in the UK for Political Science (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023)

=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

About the course

Study for a qualifying law degree while gaining an insight into how the law works in different political systems.

You’ll cover core legal modules and learn from experts who are influencing debates on topics from political corruption to foreign policy analysis.

You’re taught by research-active faculty and study theoretical and practical aspects of law. Through the Sussex Law Clinics, you can gain valuable work experience of the law in action before you graduate.

We also have links with leading law firms that sponsor our student competitions in national and international mooting, criminal advocacy, client interviewing, negotiation, mediation and legal debating. Our supportive alumni are also happy to provide career advice for current students.

Accreditation

This course satisfies the academic component of Bar training (subject to minimum pass marks and number of attempts). This degree acts as a gateway to further qualification as both a solicitor and a barrister. The Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) must be taken by graduates wishing to become a solicitor.

- This course satisfies the academic component for BSB purposes (subject to minimum pass marks and number of attempts).

Find out more: https://www.barstandardsboard.org.uk/
- This course satisfies the academic component for SRA purposes (subject to minimum pass marks and number of attempts).

Find out more: https://www.sra.org.uk/

About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.