The LLB (Hons) Law with Sociology gives a valuable insight into the sociological aspects in which society and legal professionals operate. Explore the invisible forces that shape our world - sociology uncovers how groups, cultures, and institutions influence human behaviour, making this degree ideal for those curious about people and power. Our degree gives you the option to pursue a career as a solicitor or barrister, whilst opening up options in teaching, community and social work, non-profit organisations or policy development.
Alongside the seven foundational subjects required for professional legal training, you’ll get applied sociological insight in areas like global social and political issues, power structures in society, and bridging cultures. With optional modules you’ll be able to tailor your degree to your interests as you broaden your knowledge and expertise. These could include delving into global feminism, woke wars or looking at social mobility and migration.
You’ll develop critical thinking, communication, and personal development skills whilst being taught by legal professionals and experienced academics. On graduating, you’ll hold a qualifying law degree and a dual understanding of legal reasoning and sociology.
Please note this course is subject to validation and some details, including modules, may change.
Accredited course
This degree provides the seven core foundations of legal knowledge and meets the requirements of the Bar Standards Board for a career as a solicitor or barrister in the UK.
Qualifying law degree with a sociological lens - graduate with a professionally recognised LLB while exploring how law interacts with society, culture, inequality, and social change.
Understand the social impact of legal systems - study topics like identity, power, justice, and institutions alongside core legal subjects - ideal for careers in law, policy, advocacy, or social research.
Real-world experience through Live Briefs and Law Clinic - work on live courtroom scenarios and advise real clients in our award-winning Law Clinic, gaining practical legal and sociological insight.
Learn from experts in law and social sciences - be taught by experienced academics and legal professionals who bring current debates and real-world relevance into the classroom.
Tailor your studies and boost your employability - choose optional modules, complete an independent research project, and benefit from our nationally recognised ARU CPD programme.
The LLB Law with Sociology degree equips you with a strong foundation in core legal principles alongside essential sociological knowledge, preparing you for a wide range of professional roles. It also develops analytical, research, and communication skills that are highly valued across sectors.
It is ideal for those aspiring to legal practice, roles in public service or educational environments, or further academic study, including postgraduate qualifications or professional training routes.
Graduates of this course will be well-positioned for careers in legal and sociology fields such as solicitor barrister (via SQE/BPTC) focused on social justice, community and social services within Local Authority, policy development, NGO roles or public outreach.
Graduation doesn't have to be the end of your time with us. You might decide to stay at ARU and study a Masters degree, such as our SQE Professional Legal Practice. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.
We want you to be a step ahead when you graduate, so we offer:
We’re here to help you develop your CV and find that all-important role after graduation. Our Employability Service offers tailored career appointments, advice on writing your CV, help to complete job applications, and much more. You’ll have 24/7 access to an online Careers Centre too, which is packed with useful resources.
The support continues after you graduate, with lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You'll complete preparatory tasks and contribute to online discussions. This will help your critical engagement with legal and sociological materials, foster your independent reasoning, and enable you to apply legal principles to real-world and hypothetical scenarios. Screencasts introduce essential legal content and theoretical frameworks, offering guided analysis of key issues. They provide discussion prompts, assignment guidance, and illustrative examples, encouraging you to develop a critical understanding of legal and sociological debates and to begin formulating your own structured arguments.
In interactive, discussion-rich sessions, your tutor will facilitate deeper exploration of complex legal and sociological topics. Through problem-based learning and guided analysis, you'll refine your ability to apply legal principles critically, articulate well-reasoned arguments, and engage in collaborative evaluation of case law and academic commentary.
You'll present your interpretations of legal and sociological materials in student-led workshops and then reflect on your progress, clarify outstanding questions, and plan for improvement.
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 *.
Year 1
Constitutional and Administrative Law
Global Affairs
Contract Law
Criminal Law
Into ARU
Year 2
Tort Law
Ruskin Module (15 credits)
Critical Social Thought: Knowledge, Power and Division
You’ll take part in a range of assessments where you apply legal and business knowledge to real-world issues and scenarios.
Assessments are structured to develop your critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills – while preparing you for the demands of professional environments.
Our assessment strategy builds your confidence and capabilities year by year. It includes:
written academic assessments to evaluate critical thinking, legal reasoning and research skills
professional writing to simulate real-world legal and business communication
oral and communication-based assessments to develop advocacy, public speaking, collaboration, and communication skills
exam-based assessments to asses core knowledge
independent research work.
Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.
96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other
qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Other equivalent qualifications may be accepted for entry to this course; please email [email protected] for further information. Applicants to undergraduate courses can also check our information about undergraduate entry qualifications.
You'll need a computer and reliable internet access to successfully engage with your course.
International students
We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications.
Our Money Advice Service is on hand if you’d like to chat about living costs, budgets and managing your money. You can also find out more about student finance at one of our Open Days.
We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, which provide extra financial support while you’re at university.
If you're eligible for a scholarship, you'll generally receive it automatically – there's no need to apply.
Our campus employment bureau, ARU Temps, can help you find part-time work that fits around your studies. It's a great chance to enhance your CV and boost your income while you study.
