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Overview

Hong Kong

Our English Law & Hong Kong Law LLB and JD is an exciting course offering you a fantastic opportunity to gain two reputable qualifications in four years.

Students will spend the first two years at King’s and the following two years at our partner university, Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

International students are normally eligible for a UK Student visa for the first two years of study only, i.e. for the UK-based study period only. Students are not eligible for the UK Graduate visa. International students are reminded that it is their responsibility to ensure that their study programme meets their visa requirements both during and after the programme.

Key benefits

  • Recognised globally as one of the UK's premier law schools.
  • Teaching by internationally-respected and leading academics, visiting lecturers, and practitioners from global law firms.
  • Located in historic Somerset House, with the Royal Courts of Justice, Law Society and Inns of Court all on your doorstep.
  • Excellent legal research resources at King’s College London’s impressive Maughan Library.
  • A thriving Professional Skills portfolio including professional skills modules, a legal clinic, and mooting programme.
  • A dedicated careers team who provide tailored guidance on how to access the legal profession.
  • Active student-run societies organising social and career-oriented functions.

Course essentials

This is an exceptional opportunity to gain invaluable exposure to two legal systems and is the first step in becoming a qualified barrister or solicitor in Hong Kong and/or England & Wales.

By studying the English Law & Hong Kong Law LLB and JD you will develop critical thinking skills, widen your intellectual horizon and study at two reputable universities.

It is a fantastic way to prepare for work in international law firms and multinational companies.

This course is primarily taught at the King’s College London Strand and Waterloo campuses. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select.

Years 3 and 4 are taught at Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

Administrative bodies

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Base campuses

Years 1 and 2 of the course are primarily taught at the King’s College London Strand and Waterloo campuses. Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select. Years 3 and 4 are taught at Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK).

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Strand Campus

Strand Campus sits along the Thames at London's cultural heart. Alongside world-class teaching spaces, students enjoy access to the pedestrianised Strand Quad, with Somerset House and iconic landmarks just steps away.

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Waterloo Campus

Centrally located and well connected, Waterloo brings together students from health, science and law, just steps from the South Bank. It's also home to the world's #2 nursing school – the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery (QS 2026).