Aberystwyth University
Law and International Relations LLB (Hons)
Aberystwyth University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 70 graduates of Law and International Relations LLB (Hons) and other courses in Politics & International Relations at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Politics & International Relations.

Overall student satisfaction
91 /100
70 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Politics & International Relations

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Politics & International Relations at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £22500 £26500
25-75 percentile range £22000 - £28000 £16000 - £26500 £20500 - £33500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Politics & International Relations

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24394 £23244 £28528
25-75 percentile range £20900 - £29142 £18127 - £30029 £21336 - £39083

Course Description

LLB Law with International Relations is a joint honours degree where you will explore two challenging, stimulating and complimentary disciplines. Elements of this degree are recognised by the Bar Standards Board and the Solicitors Regulation Authority - a direct route to the legal profession. The degree encompasses a range of traditional and contemporary legal and international politics topics equipping you with the skills and competences demanded in many industries that will become available to you. You will emerge with "real world" capabilities, enabling you to shape your future and develop the career you deserve.

Why study LLB Law and International Relations at Aberystwyth University?

  • Taught by experienced staff including legal professionals and world-renowned international politics academics;
  • Well balanced degree between theory and practice designed to meet employer needs and expectations;
  • Learn at the oldest and most established Law Department in Wales;
  • The Department of International Politics is regarded as world leading and internationally excellent, and is the best in Wales with our pioneering Research (Ref 2014);
  • The department that was founded in 1919 after the end of World War I, and it’s the world’s first university department of International Politics;
  • Taught by professionals who are active for large organisations e.g. GRETA, the Country Side Commission for Wales, the Youth Justice Board, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights;
  • Exciting International Politics opportunities to participate in: a renowned three-day role-playing exercise called "Crisis Games", a prestigious Parliamentary Placement Scheme, and contribution to the oldest student-run internal politics journal, "Interstate";
  • Option to participate in our Mooting Society, in order to develop your key advocacy and litigation skills, and compete in national competitions.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Law and International Relations LLB (Hons) at Aberystwyth University

20% Managers, directors and senior officials
20% Caring personal services
10% Other Educational Professionals
10% Finance Professionals
10% Teaching Professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Sales occupations
5% Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals
5% Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
5% Managers, directors and senior officials

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Politics & International Relations

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
Cambridge English Advanced
Cambridge English Proficiency
IELTS (Academic) 6.5

With minimum 5.5 in each component.

PTE Academic 62

With minimum scores of 51 in each component.

TOEFL (iBT) 88

With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23.

Aberystwyth University offers a valuable package of scholarships and bursaries to support students. Our long-established Entrance Examination competition means you could get up to £2,000 a year towards your living and study costs. You can combine that with any or all of our other awards, to make your financial package more valuable. Our awards include Sport and Music Scholarships, Bursaries for Care Leavers/Young Carers/Estranged Students and a range of department specific awards. Please visit our website for full details.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Law and International Relations, LLB (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Law and International Relations LLB (Hons)

England UK £9000 year 1
Northern Ireland £9000 year 1
Scotland £9000 year 1
Wales £9000 year 1
Channel Islands £9000 year 1
Ireland £9000 year 1
EU £16520 year 1
International £16520 year 1

Additional fee information

The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.

Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of Aberystwyth University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Aberystwyth University in related subject specific rankings.

Law

    • #4 
    • #52 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #6 
    • #90 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

See all 25 university rankings of Aberystwyth University

About Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.

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