Overview
Our long-established LLB degree is a highly regarded course, recognised around the world for its high-quality teaching, access to academic staff and unparalleled location in the heart of legal London.
Key benefits
- Recognised globally as one of the UK's premier law schools.
- Teaching by internationally-renowned 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 as well as mooting competitions.
I chose King's because of the rich history of the university and the many great minds that have walked through the academic halls here.
Course essentials
Our LLB Law course focuses on the study of law as an intellectual discipline. It can form the first major step towards qualifying for practice as a solicitor or barrister, but also represents appropriate preliminary training for a range of other careers in which legal knowledge is an asset. The degree is suitable for students who have a general interest in law but want to find out more about it before deciding on a particular vocation.
After your first year of the Law LLB you have the choice of applying to a dual degree or study abroad option. If you are successful in gaining a place on one of these options the duration of your degree may be four years. The dual degree or study abroad options currently include:
Law with a Year Abroad LLB (4 year programme)
Law with Transnational Legal Studies LLB or LLB and LLM (4 year programme, can be taken as study abroad or study with the partner in London)
English Law and American Law LLB and JD (4 year programme)
English Law with Hong Kong Law LLB and LLM (3 year programme)
Law with a Year on Exchange in Singapore LLB and LLM (3 year programme)
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
A*AA
Duration:
Three years
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
13 September 2025
Taught in
Administrative bodies
Regulating body
Base campuses
King’s College London’s law courses benefit immensely from their location near the legal heart of London. Being close to the Royal Courts of Justice, the Inns of Court, and top law firms offers students unparalleled access to legal professionals, networking opportunities, internships, and real-world legal experiences.
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.