University of Law London Bloomsbury

We are one of the UK's longest-established specialist providers of legal education. We can trace our origins to 1876 with the formation of tutorial firm Gibson & Weldon, and in 2016, we opened our leading Business School. With a rich heritage and a reputation for innovation and contemporary teaching practices, we continuously focus on developing the best legal and business minds.

Innovative and Contemporary Teaching Practices

All of our courses – from our undergraduate law degrees to our diverse range of business courses and postgraduate programmes – are designed with a unique, varied and innovative learning approach proven to deliver self-reliant professionals who can compete in the fast changing professional world. With a focus on developing skills in problem-solving, weighing up arguments, critical thinking and commercial awareness, our courses are designed to prepare you for the real-life challenges of the working world. 

Powerful Connections

Our track record of excellence in learning and development has helped us establish worldwide connections within the legal and business industries. This is why many leading global law firms and businesses work exclusively with us to develop their people, and why employers of all types want to meet our students. It’s why law schools and professional bodies around the world choose to enter into strategic alliances with us.

We have a vast network in the legal industry and deliver legal training to 94 of the top 100 law firms with exclusive relationships with 33 of the top 100. We also have several exclusive relationships with law firms outside of the top 100, including 8 of the top 20 US law firms.

The University of Law's London Bloomsbury campus is renowned for its specialized focus on legal education and professional training, making it a top choice for aspiring lawyers and legal professionals in the UK. Established as a leading institution for vocational legal studies, it emphasizes practical skills, employability, and industry connections, attracting students from diverse backgrounds.

Key Areas of Popularity

• Vocational Legal Courses: The campus is particularly famous for its Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and the now-integrated Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) preparation programs. These courses are designed to bridge the gap between academic study and professional practice, with high pass rates and strong bar and solicitor qualification success.
• Law Degrees and Pathways: It offers undergraduate LLB degrees, postgraduate LLMs in specialized fields like international commercial law and human rights law, and accelerated programs for non-law graduates. The flexible, career-oriented curriculum is praised for its real-world applicability.
• Broader Disciplines: Beyond law, it's popular for business management, criminology, and policing degrees, often integrated with legal modules to enhance interdisciplinary skills.

Facilities and Student Experience

The Bloomsbury location, situated in the heart of London's legal district near the Royal Courts of Justice, provides an immersive environment. Students benefit from:

• State-of-the-art moot courtrooms for simulated trials.
• Modern libraries with extensive legal databases and e-resources.
• Pro bono clinics and networking events with leading law firms like Clifford Chance and magic circle solicitors.

With a strong emphasis on employability—over 90% of graduates secure legal roles within six months—the university ranks highly in vocational legal education. Its alumni include prominent barristers, solicitors, and judges, underscoring its reputation for producing practice-ready professionals in a competitive field.