Law

Turn your passion for change into a career with a UEA law degree.

Law isn’t just about rules and regulations - it’s about making a difference.

At UEA, we believe in the power of law to create change. Whether that’s advocating for justice, protecting human rights, or reshaping the way law serves communities, our focus is on impact.

With opportunities to tackle real legal issues through one of the UK’s largest law clinics, you’ll graduate with practical experience, a deep understanding of law and skills to stand out in your career.

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Why choose Law at UEA?

90%

of Law graduates report to be in ‘highly skilled work’ after graduating

Graduate Outcomes Survey

11^th

for Graduate Prospects in Law

Times Good University Guide

Top 20

for Graduate Outcomes

The Guardian

Learn from leading experts in law

Our staff are groundbreaking researchers and practitioners with experience, for example, in criminal justice, competition law, medical law, family law and human rights law.

Some of their research topics include:

Protest rights and police powers
IT law, privacy and data protection
Cartel enforcement and corporate antitrust compliance

Teaching that goes beyond theory

Your degree will combine lectures, seminars, and workshops, alongside practical experiences like competitions and mooting, which are mock court trials. This varied approach ensures you graduate with a well-rounded understanding of law and its applications.

Work on real cases during your degree

Our award-winning law clinic is a free advice service, offering UEA law students the chance to work on real cases under the guidance of experienced legal professionals.

With over 200 students participating each year, you’ll gain practical legal experience in areas such as domestic abuse, miscarriage of justice and business law. This opportunity not only develops your legal skills but also supports the local community.

Through the clinic, our students have helped secure over £15 million in denied benefits for local residents.

Shape the future of law

We’ll prepare you for a successful legal career with tailored careers support from our two Law School employability directors, practical opportunities and a strong foundation in essential skills.

Some of our graduates have gone on to careers as:

Solicitors and barristers in leading firms
In-house counsel for organisations and corporations
Legal advisors in charities, NGOs and public bodies
Experts in fields such as criminal law, family law and human rights law

You’ll also be equipped to succeed in careers beyond law, such as business, finance and public policy.

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We also hold regular webinars on a broad range of topics about university, like personal statements, student finance, and life as a student.

All Law courses Subject tasters and webinars

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