As well as being prepared for a successful legal career, you will be able to use your knowledge of financial ideas, theories and regulations to contribute to the commercial success of an organisation.Ê
As a qualifying law degree, this at Êis recognised by the regulatory bodies of the legal profession, including the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board, as fulfilling the academic stage of your legal training.Ê
Combining your legal studies with a range of finance-related subjects such as accountancy and economics could open up alternative careers in business and finance.
This course offers the opportunity to take a ÔsandwichÕ year Ð a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree, typically making your course four years in total. Students who choose the sandwich route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.
As qualifying law degrees, these courses are recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board as fulfilling the academic requirements of your legal training, and you will be able to undertake further study in order to become a solicitor or barrister. Studying business-related subjects alongside law will open up alternative career pathways in finance, management or business, and your communication and people skills combined with your problem solving abilities will boost your employability in a wide variety of sectors.
- Solicitor or Barrister (a year's further study will be required)
- Bank, building society or insurance company executive
- Public or private sector finance officer
- Export finance director
