
Dr Richard Hedlund - Programme Leader
Dr Richard Hedlund is a senior lecturer in law and is the programme leader for the LLB and LLB Law and Criminology programmes.
Academic Staff List Make an EnquiryWelcome to LLB (Hons) Law
The rule of law is the cornerstone of any just and fair society, and to be administered correctly it requires skilled and knowledgeable legal professionals.
LLB (Hons) Law at Lincoln has been developed to advance students' understanding of the changing and dynamic nature of law and how it operates in practice. There is the chance to gain important practical legal skills, such as mooting, and negotiation, as well as taking part in the Lincoln Law Clinic - a pro bono law clinic which handles real cases.
The course can act as the first step towards a career in the legal profession. It provides the key skills and knowledge needed to go on and study towards qualifications as a barrister or solicitor. Alternatively, this course could form the basis of becoming a solicitor, via a Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) route.
How You Study
This degree enables students to progress their theoretical knowledge of substantive law and to think about law practically. Students are encouraged to build an understanding of the context of the English legal system - its origins, history, and practices - and reflect upon policy and the social, political, ethical, philosophical, and cultural contexts in which the law operates.
The course gives students the chance to choose areas of law in which they have a particular interest. In addition to our core modules, students can select from a diverse array of optional modules, ranging from Police Powers, and International Law, to Consumer and Corporate modules. In the final year, students have the option of writing a dissertation or having their voluntary work in the student-led law clinic officially recognised by undertaking an assessed module.
Students undertaking the programme can benefit from an optional study abroad period between their second and third years. Previous students have studied in Norway, South Africa, and Japan. Limited places are available and are allocated competitively, subject to academic criteria. Please note that students are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and general living costs when studying abroad.
Lectures
Lectures aim to provide a through-provoking guide to a topic, highlighting important areas and providing information on matters that may not be readily available from other sources. The lecturer will also point out areas of difficulty where the law may be in some way problematic, contentious, unsettled or unclear.
Seminars
Seminars are normally held once a week for each module. The seminars are designed to provide an opportunity for students to consolidate their learning. Seminars provide a forum for group and whole-class discussion and debate and are usually based on the preparation of an answer to a problem or a discussion topic. This approach encourages students not only to acquire legal knowledge but also to develop their understanding of problem solving, analysis, and evaluation. The importance of careful preparation for seminars and, in particular, the reviewing and analysis of primary and secondary sources of information is stressed to students throughout. From the outset of the course, students have the opportunity to start to develop their research skills, particularly in the Legal System and Skills module.
E-seminars
Teaching and learning is enhanced through the use of E-seminars. E-seminars are currently used in the Contract Law Level One module and take place in an IT lab. Students work in small groups and are given the task to construct and present a legal argument based on the topic discussed the previous week in the lecture. Students must construct their arguments using a variety of materials, both primary and secondary sources, to be found electronically under a time constraint.
What You Need to Know
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
An Introduction to Your Modules
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.

"I chose the University of Lincoln because when I visited the campus at Open Day, I knew that Lincoln would become my home. When I was greeted by a Student Ambassador, I felt like I was being greeted by a family member."
Emily Taylor, LLB Law graduateFees and Scholarships
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
How you are assessed
A variety of assessment methods are used to test subject knowledge and understanding. Examinations include traditional unseen papers, including both closed and open book-style examinations.
In addition to examinations, students are assessed by coursework which takes the form of assignments, mooting, individual and group presentations, negotiations, and workbooks. Written assignments may be in the form of an in-depth case study, an essay, writing a review or reflective piece. Coursework provides students with an opportunity to gauge how they are coping with various subject areas and levels of study before having to sit an examination.
These methods of assessment allow students to show how they have acquired both legal knowledge and the ability to think critically about the subject. In addition, they allow the student to reflect on the feedback given for an assessed piece of work and to think of ways to improve the quality of their work before they sit an examination at the end of the academic year or attempt another piece of coursework.
The assessment regime also allows students to demonstrate the acquisition of key skills. Written assignments allow students to demonstrate their ability to select, interpret, and summarise legal sources. In addition, written assignments and examinations, enable students to show that they have developed their literacy and proficiency in the use of technical legal language, as well as having developed their ability to produce a sound argument based on coherence and logic. The development of oral skills and the ability to be persuasive are assessed through presentations and mooting.
Facilities
Lincoln Law School is based in Bridge House on the Brayford Pool Campus. Students can access a range of dedicated facilities on campus, including breakout and seminar rooms and a moot court to practise their mooting skills.
Entry Requirements 2023-24
United Kingdom
A Level: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A levels or equivalent qualifications).
International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent qualifications.
T Level: Merit
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points
A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ etc
Applicants will also need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
We also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
International
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
In addition to meeting the academic requirements, overseas students will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Please visit our English language requirements page for a full list of the English qualifications we accept. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/pre-sessionalenglishandacademicstudyskills/
Can we help?
The University of Lincoln offer a dedicated support service for overseas students. If you have any questions about your qualifications, or would like assistance in submitting your application, please contact our https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/contactus/
What We Look For In Your Application
Curiosity, energy, interest and enthusiasm for the subject of law, and commitment to successful completion of the three year course. The study of law at A Level is not essential.
No specific skills are required but an interest and curiosity about the subject of law is important.
The course is contemporary and practical in the sense it does require a great deal of participation in seminars and problem-based learning.
Excellent communication skills will be vital for the successful student.
Placements
The School has extensive links with the local legal profession through a professional mentoring scheme and other initiatives. Students are encouraged to obtain placements in industry independently. Placements can range from a few weeks to a full year. Costs associated with placements are at the student’s own expense.

"Lincoln has everything you could ever need all within walking distance, making it all that bit easier to balance work and play.”
Callum Humphrey, LLB Law studentIs This Course Right For Me?
This course is suitable for students that have a definite interest in studying law and are fully committed towards devoting three years towards the attainment of this degree.
It may provide students with opportunities to further develop their legal career and go on to become a solicitor or barrister, or in other areas depending on their choice of career path. An important focus of the course is to enable the personal development of each individual student.
Professional Practice
The aim of this course is to produce independent, enquiring, and knowledgeable graduates. Students are encouraged to develop practical legal skills by entering competitions in mooting and negotiation. These skills are practised extensively in seminars and through the student-run Law Society. In addition, there is a University pro bono law clinic, where students can give legal advice to real people in real situations, under supervision.
Visit Us in Person
The best way to find out what it is really like to live and learn at Lincoln is to join us for one of our Open Days. Visiting us in person is important and will help you to get a real feel for what it might be like to study here.
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