Law degrees
Exeter Law School combines diverse expertise with innovative teaching and globally renowned programmes, empowering students to pursue bold research, professional success and social justice.
Study Law at the University of Exeter
Launch your future at Exeter Law School and become the kind of legal professional who makes a difference. Powered by diverse expertise and bold research, we offer a vibrant, multi-faceted academic environment where innovative teaching meets active, engaged learning.
Our internationally renowned undergraduate and postgraduate programmes blend rigorous legal training with real-world experience and professional skills development.
Through opportunities such as our Community Law Clinic and pro bono initiatives, you’ll graduate confident, capable and ready to shape a fairer, more just society.
Our Law degrees and courses
Our degrees are taught at our Streatham Campus in Exeter and our Penryn Campus in Cornwall.
Undergraduate degrees in Exeter
Undergraduate degrees in Cornwall
Postgraduate taught degrees
Postgraduate research
Legal training
Students planning a career in law can complete both the academic stage of their training and the Legal Practice Course (LPC) at the University of Exeter thanks to an innovative collaboration with the University of Law (ULaw).
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Top 15 in the UK for Law
14th in the Complete University Guide 2026
Top 10 for Law Graduate Prospects
Complete University Guide 2026
Top 20 in the UK for our world-leading Law research
Based on research rated 4* in REF 2021
The University of Exeter is 155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026
Frequently asked questions about studying Law
We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if a Law degree is right for you.
What career prospects would I have with a Law degree?
Our programmes are designed to prepare you for a successful career, wherever in the world you plan to work. Employers expect advanced communication and technical skills, team-working and independent research, project-management and the very latest specialist knowledge from their postgraduate recruits.
Exeter Law graduates either continue on the academic path and pursue their studies with a Masters or PhD; others go into private practice, corporate or public employment – including international trading companies and law firms, chartering, trade, and marine insurance, the European Commission, the Governments of EU Member States as well as international and regional courts and/or organisations or NGOs.
When it comes to securing a graduate-level position, we enjoy extremely good relations with members of the legal profession regionally, nationally and internationally. You will be supported by an Employability Officer, the wide range of services offered by Career Zone and have the opportunity to meet potential employers face-to-face through our annual Law Fair, workshops and careers sessions.
Can international students apply for Law degrees at the University of Exeter?
Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.
For more information, visit our international students webpages.
"At the University of Exeter Law School the combination of academic excellence and skills development opportunities means that our students are recognised for their flexibility and employability within the legal profession and beyond. Our European, international and interdisciplinary perspectives are supported by a cosmopolitan team of academics. Innovative, research-led teaching informs our internationally renowned programmes."
Professor Caroline Fournet
Head of Law School
Placements in the Law School
Enhancing the employability of our graduates is a central priority for the Law School. Our curriculum is carefully designed to develop core professional and transferable skills, while embedding practical engagement with the workplace throughout your degree.
Students can undertake short-term or year-long placements, enabling them to gain meaningful experience and demonstrate clear evidence of their capabilities when applying for graduate roles. Our principal work-based learning pathway is the year-long LLB Law with Professional Placement, which provides sustained professional experience alongside academic study.
Working with EDF Energy has been an invaluable experience in not only providing me with the opportunity to work alongside a fantastic team of legal professionals, but also allowing me to observe how two major projects operate. Participating in the Placement Programme has definitely played a major role in shaping my career plans and supporting them through building professionalism and enhancing my commercial awareness.
Placement: EDF NNB Legal (academic year 20-21)
Stavroula Boutseli
LLB with Professional Legal Placement