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Law with a Foundation Year

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LLB (Hons) On-Campus Full-time 1 - 4 years September find out find out
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Fees TBC for 2026

About Law with a Foundation Year, LLB (Hons) - at University of Kent

Kent Law School brings the study of law to life and prepares you for a successful career in law. Our LLB in Law develops your critical and analytical skills, enables you to think about the role of law in society, and provides hands-on experience through opportunities to work on real cases in our Law Clinic. A law degree from Kent prepares you for a career in law and opens doors to many other professions.

Our research-led teaching encourages you to take a critical view of the law, engaging with the latest research undertaken by expert academics. Our diverse, international community of staff and students provides a dynamic and engaging environment to gain the professional legal skills and knowledge you need to change the world we live in.

Foundation Year

Law with a Foundation Year extends access to the degree to students from a wide variety of qualifications and educational backgrounds. It is the ideal course if you have completed a university entry level qualification but have grades below the level required for entry to the degree directly.


Entry requirements

Contact University of Kent to find course entry requirements.


Why study at University of Kent

  • In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
  • Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026 
  • 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities 
  • Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
  • Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
  • Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
  • Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.