Top 10 Law Schools in UK

As of 2025, the following are the top 10 Law schools in UK –

University of Oxford

Oxford University is ranked 2nd on the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: Law & Legal Studies. It is one of the most popular universities for various courses and every year thousands of students try to get admission into the university from around the world.

 The University of Oxford offers a BA in Jurisprudence, a BA in Jurisprudence with Senior Status,  a BA in Law with Law Studies in Europe, and a Diploma in Legal Studies. The fee for international students starts from £35,080. Students willing to study internationally at Oxford University should check the admission criteria before applying.

University of Cambridge

Ranked 3rd globally, the University of Cambridge is well known for its incredible Law degree programme. The university offers a range of optional modules for Law undergraduates such as Animal Rights Law, Criminology and International Law, etc. Law BA (Hons) and LLM (Master of Laws) are courses you can choose here.

 At the University of Cambridge, students are assessed at the end of each academic year, increasing examination pressure across the three years of study. 

London School of Economics

Ranked 7th globally on the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: Law & Legal Studies, London School of Economics and Politics offers excellent LLB (Hons.) and LLM programs.

 The university is known for its teaching style and encourages discussion around appropriate legal issues.  Additionally, they focus on developing practical legal skills, including discussions, advocacy and experiential learning.

University College London (UCL)

Founded in 1826, the UCL is ranked 14th globally for Law & Legal Studies. The university offers Bachelor of Laws + LLB and LLM programs. The university has links with reputed commercial firms. The university is known for its faculties, quality of education, and focus on practical experience.

 Student from more than 150 countries choose UCL for their International Studies. With around 63% acceptance rate the university hosts around 18,000 universities from outside the UK. 

King’s College London (KCL)

Ranked 15th on the QS World University Rankings 2024 for Law & Legal Studies, the KCL offers Law LLB (Hons) and LLM programs. The university also offers various dual degree courses and opportunities for students from 190+ countries. The university is known for providing excellent education and research and is committed to pushing positive change in society.

 Average International Fee is around £31,980, and the university has five campuses in London. It is also well-connected with top employers and universities not just in London but globally.

University of Edinburgh

Ranked 20th globally, the University of Edinburgh offer Law LLB (Hons), Law (Grad Entry) LLB, and LLM programs. This is probably the best university in UK offering Scots Law, and students considering employment opportunities will appreciate this difference.

This university will be the top choice for students who want to practice as a solicitor (lawyer) in Scotland and beyond. However, many online sources said that the acceptance rate is only 10% here, which is just 1% higher than the acceptance rate of LSE.

Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London offers two bachelor’s level Law courses i.e. Business with Law BSc (Hons) and Global Law LLB (Hons), and one Master’s level Law course i.e. LLM. The university secured the 38th position last year in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: Law & Legal Studies.

 Undergraduate LLB programs at this university provide a solid foundation for a legal career with study abroad and placement options. The university is recognized globally for its quality of education, research-based studies and for offering practical experience.

Durham University

Ranked 48th globally for Law & Legal Studies, Durham University offers Law LLB (Hons) and Law LLM programmes. The university uses a collegiate system of admissions, meaning that students apply to study at a specific college, just like the University of Oxford.

 Pro bono opportunities are also available at this university, and students from 120 countries apply here for admission every year. University is focused on developing skills and providing practical education. 

The University of Manchester

Ranked 57 globally,  The University of Manchester offers Law LLB (Hons) and LLM programs. The University is one of the best universities in the UK to study Law UG and PG. The university also offers pro bono opportunities to help your local community, while the law school promotes a global approach to the study of legal issues.

The university has a community of more than 45,000 students from around the globe and it hosts around 15,000 students from all around the globe annually.

University of Bristol

At the 61st position in QS World University Rankings 2024 for Law & Legal Studies, the University of Bristol is one of the leading research universities, with a curriculum guided by the latest research and degrees taught by expert educators. The university receives admission applications from students located in around 154 countries.

 Bristol university offers various options in LLB (Hons), LLB Law, and Master degrees (LLM) courses. There are also some interesting modules for students who want to gain real-life experience