Commercial Law
Study for a qualifying law degree, focusing on the commercial environment in which legal professionals, businesses, and global markets operate.
in the East of England for undergraduates employed as managers, directors or senior officials.
Source: GOS 2025
Study areas such as contract law, business law, and the legal and social obligations of business.
Tailor the course to your interests through optional modules and an independent research project.
Learn from legal professionals, on a course that’s shaped by the latest industry developments and trends.
You’ll also cover the seven foundational subjects for professional legal training. As a graduate, you’ll have a thorough understanding of legal reasoning and business strategy.
This course is accredited by the Bar Standards Board (BSB) and the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx).
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Gain a qualifying law degree with a focus on commercial and business law.
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Learn from legal professionals on a course that's shaped by real-world trends.
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Build career-ready skills through practical, varied assessments.
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
Whether you want qualify as a solicitor or barrister, or work in corporate law, this course opens up a range of opportunities.
By graduation, you’ll hold a qualifying law degree and an understanding of legal reasoning and business strategy. You'll be well-prepared for SQE preparation, postgraduate study, or careers in areas such as financial regulation, compliance or international trade.
Teaching and modules
Study the law as it relates to business and commercial activity – from contract law and Tort, to property and EU law.
Focus on your areas of interest through a range of optional modules, and your Undergraduate Major Project.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- Constitutional and Administrative Law
- English Legal System and Skills
- Contract Law
- Criminal Law
- Tort Law
- Business Law
- Ruskin Module (15 credits)
- Equity, Trusts and Succession
- Commercial Law *
- The Law of Information, Intellectual Property and Social Media *
- Taxation in the UK *
- Property Law
- EU Law
- Undergraduate Major Project
- Employment Law *
- Civil Litigation *
- Legal and Social Obligations of Business *
- Financial Crime and Regulation *
Facilities
Gain practical experience in mock court rooms and Law Clinics, where you can volunteer under the supervision of qualified solicitors.
You can also benefit from:
- a professional mentoring scheme
- an undergraduate researcher scheme
- ARU’s student Law Society, which takes part in national competitions.