Overview
Our joint LLB/Grado en Derecho course provides a challenging bi-juridical and bilingual education that is respected and valued by a wide range of employers. Our course is equally suitable as a platform for students who want to practice in England or Wales but wish to obtain an in-depth knowledge of Spanish Law, those who intend to practice in Spain, or both.
Years 1 and 2 of the course are primarily taught at the Strand and Waterloo campuses with Years 3 and 4 taking place at Universitat Pompeu Fabra.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select.
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, leading academics and 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.
Our professors' expertise is amazing, they are leading figures in their subjects.
Course essentials
Our LLB English Law & Spanish Law course is a dual degree leading to two separate awards from two leading law schools. You will get the opportunity to study for two years at King’s College London, followed by two years at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Barcelona. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded with an LLB from King’s and Grado en Derecho from UPF.
By studying this course you will gain exposure to two legal systems with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of a number of areas of the law involved in the English and the Spanish legal systems.
Years 1 and 2 of the course are primarily taught at the Strand and Waterloo campuses with Years 3 and 4 taking place at Universitat Pompeu Fabra.
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the optional modules you select.
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours at King's plus other award at partner institution
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
A*AA
Duration:
Four years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
10 September 2025
Taught in
Administrative bodies
Partner
Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Regulating body
Base campuses
Strand Campus
Strand Campus feels like the heart of London—historic yet buzzing with energy. Nestled by the Thames, it offers world-class academics, vibrant student life, and endless inspiration from the city’s culture and diversity.
Waterloo Campus
Our Waterloo campus is home to the Florence Nightingale Faculty Nursing & Midwifery, and a vibrant hub for health, social science, and law students. Located moments from the iconic landmarks of South Bank and just a short walk to the Stand campus.