Whether you want to become a corporate lawyer or a management consultant, develop the knowledge, skills and attributes you need to succeed with a joint Business Management and Law degree from LTU.
This course is practical and academically balanced, developed with employers and taught by lecturers with extensive industry experience.
This four-year course includes an initial full-time Foundation Year and offers an alternative route into university and gaining a degree.
This route is for you if you do not have the necessary qualifications or don’t yet feel ready to begin degree-level study, or are returning to education and would like some support to get up to speed with learning in a university setting.
The Foundation Year in Business will allow you to develop your academic skills and confidence as well as introduce you to key concepts, debates and skills that will support and inform your subsequent years of undergraduate study.
Following successful completion of your Foundation Year, you’ll progress onto Year 1 of our Business Management and Law BA Joint (Hons) degree.
During your Foundation Year, you will undertake modules to enable you to enhance your academic skills and equip you with the tools you’ll need to study with confidence.
You'll be introduced to the skills necessary for effective business analysis and consultancy. You'll learn the essential of business, looking at how businesses operate and are managed, and explore how enterprise and innovation help to shape sustainable businesses.
Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, you’ll progress onto the first year of our Business Management and Law BA (Hons) degree.
The Leeds Trinity Business School has brought together content from our business and law degrees to focus on preparing you for a wide range of graduate careers that use law in a business context.
You'll be able to choose the areas you find most interesting in your final year with a choice of business and law modules.
You'll learn about the legal and regulatory context in which businesses operate and find out how law and legal advice fit into core business functions.
You’ll study subjects critical for successful business operation, including people management, business research and analytics, as well as areas of law that relate to business management such as contract law and torts - an important area of civil law.
Develop skills and knowledge in contracts, regulation and legal principles that you can apply in the workplace.
Professional work placements are part of your degree. In your final year, you'll get to work on a business project with an employer, giving you relevant work experience and valuable employer connections.
You'll graduate prepared for roles within business management or the legal profession, such as management consultant, human resources manager, quality assurance manager or business lawyer.
You’ll also develop transferable skills like detail and logic that employers value in all industries.
Leeds Trinity University Business School is a member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools.
The association supports its members to maintain world-class standards of teaching and research, and helps to shape policy and create opportunities through dialogue with business and government.
Leeds Trinity University Business School has been awarded the Small Business Charter (SBC) award in recognition of our support to small businesses, student entrepreneurship and the local economy.
Leeds Trinity University Business School is an esteemed member institution of the Business Graduates Association (BGA) an international membership and quality assurance body of world-leading and high-potential Business Schools who share a commitment for responsible management practices and lifelong learning.
Leeds Trinity University Business School is a member of the Chartered Association of Business Schools.
The association supports its members to maintain world-class standards of teaching and research, and helps to shape policy and create opportunities through dialogue with business and government.
You will study a variety of modules across your programme of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
You will study a variety of modules across your programme of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
During your Foundation Year, you will study four core modules.
We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations.
You'll learn to manage your time, prioritise tasks and manage stress, and become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.
Develop the foundational skills necessary for effective business analysis and consultancy with a focus on practical application and team collaboration.
You'll first be introduced to the concepts of business analysis where you'll cover analytical tools and techniques aiming to equip you with the skills to understand and apply statistical data in business decision-making processes. You'll also enhance your numeracy skills, learn to interpret numerical data and basic statistics.
You'll have the opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world context through a live business brief from an external business and partake in a group assignment involving a project proposal to be presented to the business partner.
You'll be given an extensive overview of how businesses operate and are managed.
Build a broad understanding necessary for specialised study in business and develop the knowledge of the key terminologies and concepts used in business.
You'll cover structure, culture and governance in the business organisation. Develop your knowledge of the business environments and issues around ethics, sustainability and responsible business practices.
Explore topics including the overview of business functions such as marketing, accounting and operations, as well as management theories and practices, the global economic environment and business ethics.
Explore the pivotal role of creativity and innovation in shaping sustainable businesses and delve into the various dimensions that foster innovation from organisational culture to the entrepreneurial mindset, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in dynamic business environments.
Gain an insight into how creativity and innovation serve as key drivers for business sustainability. You'll cover the importance of innovative cultures, behaviours, structures, systems, procedures and policies that support continuous innovation within corporate organisations.
Investigate the concept of entrepreneurship beyond the act of starting a business, focusing on how entrepreneurial activities contribute to economic wealth and social value. You'll encompass individual, corporate and social entrepreneurship, highlighting the diverse impact of entrepreneurial ventures.
During your first year, you will study five core modules.
You will get a basic introduction to the marketing environment, marketing management, and the role of marketing in the world.
You will look at the impact of a customer-centred approach, marketing research, market analysis, segmentation, targeting and positioning theory and practice.
You will also study marketing mix elements such as product, price, promotion and place, how service and retail marketing works in theory and practice, and the impact of technological developments like e-commerce.
You’ll be introduced to the legal system of England and Wales where you’ll build the foundations for any discussion of the law.
You’ll study areas including the concepts of law, the hierarchy of courses, the criminal and civil justice system, and the doctrine of precedent.
Get an introduction to the operation and fundamental principles of the legal system of England and Wales.
Discover the issues surrounding contract law, practical and ethical implications, and evaluate its operation within society.
You'll also appreciate the social, economic and political contexts, underlying policy issues and their impact.
You'll develop a practical ability to analyse cases and apply legal method and legal reasoning.
Content covers the Contract and Restitution elements of the Obligations Foundation of Legal Knowledge under the Joint Statement, required by the SRA and BSB for a QLD. It also covers the SRA Statement of Legal Knowledge for "9. Contract Law".
You’ll develop a critical understanding of the two broad phenomena of globalisation and social justice. You will be inspired by Leeds Trinity University’s strategic themes, exploring subjects related to poverty, human rights infringements, inequalities and other social justice-related issues.
You’ll study theoretical debates on globalisation and social justice in the current business environment, responding to current events in both lectures and workshops.
You’ll be introduced to the fundamental principles of the European Union’s legal basis, and the important role that the supranational organisation still retains in the structure of law in England and Wales.
During your second year, you will study four core modules.
Learn the main legal principles and issues of the English law of Torts.
You'll learn topics including negligence, product liability, nuisance, defamation and defences.
Your seminars will get you to consider how legal principles can be applied to real and hypothetical facts and get you to argue either side of a case.
The module covers the Tort aspects of the Obligations Law Foundation of Legal Knowledge under the Joint Statement as required by the SRA and BSB for a QLD, and the SRA Statement of Legal Knowledge for "6. Torts".
You’ll develop your transferrable skills and will learn to carry out independent tasks and research needed for a career in the law.
You’ll consider how legal principles can be applied to both actual and hypothetical facts and enhance the relevant employability skills you’ll need in the legal profession.
You’ll participate in workshops which will involve a combination of presentations, discussions, case studies, simulations, and group activities.
You'll study the key aspects of theoretical people management and leadership models and how they apply in practice.
You'll develop practical experience in team-working through class-based exercises involving people management.
You'll also reflect on your performance and areas for development.
You'll study the role of people management and the development of human resources, how it can lead to competitive advantage, and discuss case studies relating to contemporary issues in the workplace.
You’ll develop the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to carry out primary and secondary research and to analyse and present findings and conclusions.
You’ll acquire a comprehensive understanding of the principles underpinning the research process, and the tools required to carry out key research tasks.
You’ll study the fundamentals of scientific inquiry, ethical considerations in research, strengths and weaknesses of different data collection methods, and basic methods of quantitative and qualitative data collection.
During your final year, you will study two core modules and will be required to choose two option modules.
You’ll be encouraged to link with external organisations and businesses to source a work-related project within your chosen area of interest enabling you to develop employability skills in the context of your chosen career path.
You’ll enhance essential skills in business and sector awareness, as well as effective interpersonal communication alongside practical elements involved in the negotiation and management of projects.
You’ll cover the key principles of corporate law in England and Wales and be introduced to the concept of the company as a separate legal entity.
Subjects you’ll consider include limited liability, the corporate veil, a company’s constitution, and the role of directors who manage a company on a day-to-day basis, as well as the shareholders who have invested in the business.
You’ll be introduced to the internal processes and procedures that need to be followed within a company, together with associated reporting requirements and liaison with Companies House.
You’ll be encouraged to think critically about issues such as minority protection, majority rule, and the separation of ownership and control in order to enable hem to apply these concepts to problem-based scenarios.
You’ll develop entrepreneurial mindsets and introduce them to the main frameworks related to processes, strategies and sources of innovation as well as new trends in innovation.
You’ll learn about the role of creativity in problem-solving and the application of design thinking to different business tasks.
You’ll learn the importance of sustainability in contemporary business operations and acquire the specific skills, tools and techniques of sustainability assessment and understand the significance of sustainability practices.
You’ll be introduced to sustainability in general, and the various sustainability issues and practices relevant to business operations, including the benefits and challenges of adopting sustainability practices, the role of stakeholders, the supply chain and corporate social responsibility.
Analysing theoretical developments in international marketing, you'll gain an advanced understanding of international consumers and their needs.
You'll study international environmental analysis and information sources, market entry strategies such as exporting and importing, and the operational aspects of international marketing practice.
You will analyse national and organisational culture as a factor in international marketing, international trade and development, and ethical issues in international marketing.
You'll explore project management, including tools required for professional planning, implementing projects, evaluating the associated benefits and costs, and managing risk and uncertainty.
You'll address the challenges of project organisation structures and resource scheduling.
You'll develop a project plan, encouraging you to discover the principles of stakeholder/client management and learn how to build effective project teams and leadership skills.
We aim to deliver a realistic baseline of skills expected in the workplace through a nurturing and supportive project-based environment.
You'll cover key topics in social science research, including problem definition, conducting a literature review and methodology.
You'll practise writing a research report, focussing on format, presentation of findings and discussion including academic conventions within the subject specialism.
You’ll learn about banks, markets and other financial institutions which support business and investor activity in the UK and in Europe.
Begin with the banking sector, and will be encouraged to understand, critically analyse and assess the operations and effectiveness of a range of financial facilities in the light of a rapidly changing regulatory environment in response to recent internal and external shock.
Develop working knowledge of a range of financial instruments and ownership structures, including private equity, hedge and prime broker services, where you’ll develop the ability to choose and select the most appropriate of these for a variety of business situations and contexts.
You’ll study the use of Fintech and Digital Solutions in Banking and Financial Markets as well as inclusive technological solutions to financial problems in digitally poor and excluded communities in the UK and abroad.
You’ll acquire an in depth understanding of key principles and issues in legal technology.
You’ll capture significant contemporary issues in legal technology in law and practice drawing on case law, regulations, and changes in law and policy.
Explore current issues to ensure both currency and interest, drawing on themes linked with law in the context of the digital revolution, the disruption of artificial intelligence and blockchain in law.
Develop an awareness of the issues surrounding practical and ethical implications in connection with legal technology.
You’ll evaluate legal technology’s operation within society, appreciate the social, economic and political contexts and underlying policy issues relating to its operation and their impact.
You’ll define a research project of your choice in consultation with an appointed member of staff, formulate a proposal then complete a dissertation.
You’ll work independently where you’ll undertake research and draft the dissertation.
Benefit from individual supervision with face-to-face meetings and participate in workshops to develop your skills and enhance your knowledge of the legal profession.
You'll learn the main legal principles and issues of employment law.
We'll look at case law and changes in law and policy.
The content is tailored to topics of current interest so we can cover significant contemporary issues relating to employment law.
Experience matters. That's why we embed professional work placements within the majority of our standard undergraduate degrees.
Careers and Placements will work with you to find a placement or help you to arrange your own, whether that's in Leeds, another part of the UK or even abroad. You will be able to take part in a series of workshops, events and live ‘employer challenges’ to boost your confidence and prepare you for your placement.
During your placement, you could have an opportunity to gain degree-relevant work experience, build your knowledge of career sectors and secure valuable employer references and industry contacts. This experience will help you to shape your career decisions and find the right path for you.
You’ll complete your professional work placements with law and legal service providers or within the business sector. Previous students on our Business programmes have worked in private and public sector organisations, such as Leeds Playhouse, Bradford City Council and Aviva.
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A variety of assessment methods are used, matched to the learning outcomes for your programme, allowing you to apply and demonstrate the full range of knowledge and skills that you have developed.
For more details on specific assessment methods for this course contact hello@leedstrinity.ac.uk
Your time on campus, learning through in-person teaching, is at the heart of your academic experience and the way we deliver our programmes. This is supported and further enhanced by additional engagement activities and opportunities provided online and through digital teaching materials. This blended approach seeks to ensure a positive learning and teaching student experience.
Your programme of study has been carefully designed around a three-phase model of delivery:
Preparation, Live and Post teaching and learning and the digital materials used will vary by course, but will be designed to help you structure your learning, take a full and active part in your course, and apply and test your developing knowledge and skills.
At Leeds Trinity we aim to provide an excellent student experience and provide you with the tools and support to help you achieve your academic, personal and professional potential.
Our Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy delivers excellence by providing the framework for:
We have a strong reputation for developing student employability, supporting your development towards graduate employment, with relevant skills embedded throughout your programme of study.
We endeavour to develop curiosity, confidence, courage, ambition and aspiration in all students through the key themes in our Learning and Teaching Strategy:
To help you achieve your potential we emphasise learning as a collaborative process, with a range of student-led and real-world activities. This approach ensures that you fully engage in shaping your own learning, developing your critical thinking and reflective skills so that you can identify your own strengths and weaknesses, and use the extensive learning support system we offer to shape your own development.
We believe the secret to great learning and teaching is simple: it is about creating an inclusive learning experience that allows all students to thrive through:
Leeds Trinity University is committed to recruiting students with talent and potential and who we feel will benefit greatly from their academic and non-academic experiences here. We treat every application on its own merits; we value highly the experience you illustrate in your personal statement.
Information about the large range of qualifications we accept, including A-Levels, BTECs and T Levels, can be found on our entry requirements page. If you need additional advice or are taking qualifications that are not covered in the information supplied, please contact our Admissions Office.
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|---|
| UCAS tariff | 48 |
| GCSE requirements | GCSE in English Language at grade C or 4 (or higher) |
Applications are welcome from mature students with few formal qualifications.
Any previous relevant work experience and learning will be assessed and, where appropriate, we may offer an alternative way to assess suitability to study.
This course is not available to students on a Student Route Visa.
Tuition fees cost £5,760 a year for this course in 2025/2026.
Part-time tuition fees will be prorated accordingly to the number of credits you're studying.
Depending on government policy, tuition fees may change in future years.
Tuition fees for 2026/2027 entry will be set in summer 2025.
Living costs, e.g. accommodation, travel, food, will also need to be taken into consideration.
Leeds Trinity offers a range of bursaries and scholarships to help support students while you study.
We advise students that there may be additional course costs in addition to annual tuition fees. These include:
For full-time undergraduate courses, you apply through UCAS. That's the University and Colleges Admissions Service.
On your application form, you'll need to know our institution code - it's L24 - and the course code. If you click through to the UCAS website using the button below, it'll take you to the right place with all the information you need.
You'll need to write a personal statement - we've prepared a guide to help you.
Applications are now open for courses starting in September 2025. The UCAS application deadline for courses starting in September 2025 is 29 January 2025.
There's lots more information about the application process on the UCAS website, or you can get in touch with our admissions team who will be happy to help:
This course is not available to students on a Student Route Visa.
Providing you with the opportunity to develop the professional skills and experience you need to launch your career is at the heart of everything we do at Leeds Trinity University.
Our Business Management and Law degree aims to prepare you for a wide range of professional roles in either sector or for postgraduate study in either academic discipline. The course does not provide specific preparation for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) but offers a basic grounding in law concepts that may be used as a basis for further study for the SQE if you want to train to be a solicitor. Potential career routes for graduates may include financial and business regulation, contract management, employment, people management and business consultancy.
After you graduate, Careers and Placements will help you as you pursue your chosen career through our mentoring scheme, support with CV and interview preparation and access to graduate employability events.
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