LLB Law

If you are accepted onto one of the course variants on offer then you will spend your third year on a work placement.

Please note that this programme is not available to apply via UCAS. Limited places are available on our LLB with International Study and are awarded to high achieving students following completion of their first year of study.

Why study abroad?

Living and studying in a different country is an exciting experience that broadens your academic and cultural horizons. What's more, spending extended time abroad encourages self-confidence and independence, as well as giving you opportunities to specialise in areas that may not be available at Exeter.

Future employers recognise the value of spending time abroad, too - as a study abroad student, you will have proven experience of adapting to new environments and facing new challenges.

How do I apply?

You may be able to transfer onto the LLB with International Study at the end of the first year if you get marks equivalent to at least a 2:1 in the first year modules and are successful at interview. Each year a small number of places are offered on a competitive basis.

Where can I go?

For a full list of the destinations available, please see our where can I study abroad pages. We advise that you research a range of destinations when choosing where you would like to study abroad.

Please note that this programme is not available to apply via UCAS. Up to 5 places at Reed Smith are available annually and are awarded to high achieving students following completion of their first year of study.

Why choose a year in with Reed Smith?

The programme is a four-year qualifying law degree, with the third year spent on placement at Reed Smith LLP, a top Global law firm. You will develop skills relevant to a future career in law, especially in the field of legal innovation. It includes a series of four business skills masterclasses, focusing on practical, workplace skills. In Year 2 students will also be required to take a mandatory Legal Professionalism module which gives general preparation for a year in industry. Each student will be assigned a supervisor and an informal trainee ‘buddy’ while they are at the firm.

Does it count towards my degree?

The placement year is credit-bearing and contributes towards the final degree classification. Information about assessments can be found on the module descriptor.

How does it affect my tuition fees?

Whilst undertaking a placement year as part of your degree, you are still classed as a student and are therefore required to pay a reduced student fee. Fees are currently (as of September 2019) 20 per cent of the full fee for UK and International placements and 15 per cent of the full fee for Erasmus Placements.

Is the placement paid?

Students taking a placement year can normally expect to receive the equivalent of an annual wage of £16,000 to £18,000 for the time they are working.

How do I apply?

There is a formal application process Year 1 students will need to follow. Full details can be found on our dedicated page.

Please note that this programme is not available to apply via UCAS. Students can transfer onto the ‘With Professional Legal Placement’ programme in Year 1 or Year 2.

Why choose a year on a Professional Legal Placement?

Spending up to a year carrying out a professional placement with a law firm or an in-house legal team as part of your degree programme is an invaluable opportunity. You will develop and deepen your understanding of business and legal practices. The programme is designed to provide a first-hand understanding of a professional working environment through the enhancement of key transferable skills such as working with others, problem solving and communication. This unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and interpersonal skills that relate to your degree and future career.

Does it count towards my degree?

The placement year is credit-bearing and contributes towards the final degree classification. Information about assessments can be found on the module descriptor.

Is the placement paid?

Students taking a placement year can normally expect to receive the equivalent of an annual wage of £16,000 to £18,000 for the time they are working.

How does it affect my tuition fees?

Whilst undertaking a placement year as part of your degree, you are still classed as a student and are therefore required to pay a reduced student fee. Fees are currently (as of September 2019) 20 per cent of the full fee for UK and International placements and 15 per cent of the full fee for Erasmus Placements.

How do I apply?

You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness.

Please note that this programme is not available to apply via UCAS. Students can transfer onto the ‘With Professional Legal Placement’ programme in Year 1 or Year 2.

Why choose a year on an Industrial Placement?

Spending up to a year carrying out a graduate-level work placement as part of your degree programme is an invaluable opportunity. It unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and transferrable skills for your future career. You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement in a business setting of your choosing (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness.

Does it count towards my degree?

The placement year is credit-bearing and contributes towards the final degree classification. Information about assessments can be found on the module descriptor.

Is the placement year can normally expect to receive the equivalent of an annual wage of £16,000 to £18,000 for the time they are working.

How does it affect my tuition fees?

Whilst undertaking a placement year as part of your degree, you are still classed as a student and are therefore required to pay a reduced student fee. Fees are currently (as of September 2019) 20 per cent of the full fee aid?

Students taking a pl for UK and International placements and 15 per cent of the full fee for Erasmus Placements.

How do I apply?

You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness.