The University of Aberdeen Law School enjoys a favourable Top Ten ranking, among more than 90 Law Schools in the UK. It offers both a 3 year LLB option for students as well as a 2 year Accelerated Law program for those who already possess an undergraduate degree. This historic institution, founded in 1495 is also part of the prestigious Russell Group of Schools (equivalent to Ivy League here in North America) which must maintain a set of high standards in both teaching and research. All of these factors, along with an excellent Law faculty who are experts in their fields, make it a popular choice for Canadians who decide to head overseas to pursue their legal studies.

The University of Aberdeen has a proud tradition of training Canadian students in Law.

Aberdeen also offers a number of interesting and flexible options for students which are unique. For example, Law can be combined with a number of other subject areas. Please see below:

  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in French Language
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in German Language
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in Spanish Language
  • Law with Options in Gaelic Language
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in Accountancy
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in Economics
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in Management Studies
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) with Options in Music

A law degree may also be combined with the study of the law of another country:

  • LLB or LLB (Honours) and French Law
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) and German Law
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) and Belgian Law
  • LLB or LLB (Honours) and Spanish Law

Students who take an option in foreign law spend their third year studying abroad. To be considered for the year abroad (and thus to receive the combined degree) students must show satisfactory academic results in their first and second year.

The University of Aberdeen Law School offers a comprehensive program which is high quality, engaging and academically challenging. Qualifications earned here are easily transferred to working back home in Canada and are also eligible for recognized Canadian student loan programs such as OSAP.

Are you interested in finding out more about Law at Aberdeen? Need details on how to apply from Canada? Please contact Canadian agent Barclay Educational Services at JSB@barclayedu.com There is NO CHARGE for our services. As an authorized Canadian representative for Aberdeen, the University pays our fee. Get in touch today and Start YOUR Overseas Study Adventure in Scotland in Fall 2021!