Highlights
Tuition fee
25000 GBP / year
11500 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
25000 GBP / year
11500 GBP / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
Anytime
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Apply date
Anytime
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Start date
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Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Norwich, United Kingdom
Campus location
Norwich, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

This Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the University of East Anglia is for non-law graduates interested in pursuing a legal career.  An intensive programme, it allows graduates from other disciplines to study the foundational elements of a law degree in one year. 

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Overview

On this Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies one-year intensive programme from University of East Anglia , you will study the foundation subjects of a law degree, such as Criminal Law and Constitutional Law, while developing your legal research, reasoning and writing skills.   

The course will be taught through one-semester modules that combine lectures and seminars. Additionally, you will complete a research project that allows you to develop your skills whilst researching a topic that interests you. 

Alongside classes, you will have the opportunity to build your experience through a wealth of extra-curricular activities.  You might choose to volunteer with our award-winning Law Clinic or to sharpen your advocacy and negotiation skills in our legal competitions. 

Careers

  • Legal Practice (solicitor, barrister, paralegal)   

  • Other law related careers (NGOs, international organisations, in-house compliance, legal researchers, police)   

  • Public Sector (Civil Service Fast Stream, local government, politics, education)   

  • Financial Services (tax, banking, insurance, investment, accountancy)   

  • Management and human resources (typically through graduate recruitment schemes) 

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Constitutional And Administrative Law - Graduate Diploma
  • Principles Of Criminal Law - Graduate Diploma
  • Contract Law - Graduate Diploma
  • Law Of Tort - Graduate Diploma
  • Eu Law - Graduate Diploma
  • Land Law - Graduate Diploma
  • Research Project - Graduate Diploma
  • Law Of Trusts - Graduate Diploma

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

We recommend applying as early as possible, as some courses may reach capacity before the application deadline.

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
130
TOEFL® IBT
OR
98
OR
5
PTE Academic
76
IELTS
7

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Norwich, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test
130
TOEFL® IBT
OR
98
OR
5
PTE Academic
76
IELTS
7

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Degree classification: Bachelors degree - 2.2
  • Degree Subject: Any subject except Law (if a UK degree). Law studied overseas is OK.
  • The Bar Standards Board (BSB) specifies eligibility requirements for the GDL.  All applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet these eligibility requirements and are advised to consult the website prior to applying:
  • Applicants who have studied in the UK/Republic of Ireland should normally hold a good first degree in any subject, excluding Law.  Applicants who have studied outside of the UK should have the equivalent of a good first degree in any subject.  
  • Please note that all students must attend the induction programme.
  • We welcome applications from students with non-standard degrees (i.e. a degree that is awarded without classification) or overseas degree holders of a standard equivalent to a 2:2. For further details check the university website.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    25000 GBP / year
    ≈ 25000 GBP / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    11500 GBP / year
    ≈ 11500 GBP / year

Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom
609 - 1044 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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4000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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4000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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4000 GBP
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Various benefits
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5000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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5000 GBP
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31 Mar 2027
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3000 GBP
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1000 USD
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