Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Curriculum

by mark allen | Apr 7, 2020 | Undergraduate

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH SCIENCE

Overview

Program Requirements

Program Goals

Curriculum

Admission Requirements

Careers

Transferability

Technology Requirements

Paying For School

FAQ

Curriculum

Individual courses are the building blocks of each degree program. Course requirements are structured to ensure that student study encompasses a broad range of topics and approaches, with an appropriate balance maintained among the three curricular components that comprise a liberal arts education:

General Education

Students pursuing a bachelor of Science degree must complete the following 11 courses to fulfill the
General Education requirements.

Major Courses Required


Course Code	Course Name	Prerequisites	Credits
BIOL 1121	Biology 1 for Health Studies Majors	None	4
PSYC 1111	Introduction to Human Psychology	None	3
SOC 1502	Introduction to Sociology	None	3
BIOL 1122	Biology 2 for Health Studies Majors	BIOL 1121	4
CPH 2211	Human Anatomy & Physiology (proctored course)	BIOL 1122	3
CPH 2212	Infectious Diseases	BIOL 1122	3
CPH 2611	Nutrition	BIOL 1122	3
CPH 2711	Community and Public Health 1 (proctored course)	BIOL 1122	3
CPH 2712	Community and Public Health 2	CPH 2711	3
CPH 3311	Epidemiology (proctored course)	CPH 2211	3
CPH 3610	Human Development in a Global Perspective (proctored course)	CPH 2712	3
CPH 3995	Internship (6 credits)	By permission only for CPH majors with over 100 credits	6
CPH 4212	Genetics (proctored course)	CPH 3311	3
CPH 4241	Psychopathology and Mental Health (proctored course)	CPH 2211 and PSYC 1111	3
CPH 4510	Biostatistics (proctored course)	MATH 1280 and CPH 3311	3
CPH 4810	Health Policy and Management (proctored course)	CPH 2712	3

Electives

Students pursuing a bachelor of Science degree may choose additional elective
courses beyond those specified in the General Education requirements, and/or select introductory
courses in other majors and/or take additional courses in a student’s major that may not be required
for the degree.

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Program Requirements

by mark allen | Apr 7, 2020 | Undergraduate

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Overview

Program Requirements

Program Goals

Curriculum

Admission Requirements

Careers

Transferability

Technology Requirements

Paying For School

FAQ

Program Requirements

The Bachelor of Science requires the completion of at least 120 semester credits, including general education courses and all courses listed for the course requirements in the major.

Complete a minimum of 120 approved credits
Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 in all coursework attempted at Northampton University (USA)
Earn an overall grade point average of at least 2.00 in all courses taken in the major area of study
Complete all requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree in no more than 50 terms of active enrollment excluding any periods of separation from the University
Complete the 11 required proctored exams

Northampton University (USA) has five terms in its academic year, each ten weeks in length. Students must complete all requirements for the Bachelors’s Degree in no more than 50 terms of active enrollment.

Grading Policies and Practices

The University insures that students are issued grades in a timely fashion and that grades are determined in a manner that is accurate, fair, and consistently applied in accord with established standards. At the conclusion of each term of study, students may check their grades in their unofficial academic record in the Student Portal.

Since the unofficial academic record is a permanent record of a student’s academic performance, including course selections, grades, and credits earned toward a degree, it must be correct at all times. Students who believe an error has been made on their academic records should be in contact with the Office of Academic Affairs at academic.affairs@northampton.ac.

Students are encouraged to speak to their Course Instructors if they wish further clarification of their grades, would like to discuss their assessments, or are considering requesting a grade change. Students with further complaints regarding alleged unfair or improper grading at Northampton University (USA) and who are unable to reach a resolution with their Course Instructor may request a Grade Appeal form from the Office of Academic Affairs.

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Law – Accelerated, LLB

by mark allen | Dec 5, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

Overview

If you are an aspiring lawyer with a good undergraduate degree in a subject other than law, the Northampton University provides a route to qualifying without any compromise on quality. Our LLB Accelerated Law programme can lead you towards a career in the legal profession in just two years. Numbers are limited and this is a very highly sought programme.

Law at Northampton looks at the historical, social, political and economic forces that influence our legal systems and govern our societies. You will learn to think like a lawyer rather than just ‘learn’ law.

A major factor in our quality is the calibre and enthusiasm of our staff, testing your mental agility with complex, realistic legal scenarios as you get to grips with criminal, public and private law, legal systems, contracts, human rights and explore family law, the law of property and legal aspects of the EU.

You will also have lots of opportunity to hone your developing legal skills in student-led initiatives such as mock legal debating, our highly active Law Society, the students’ journal in which your work may be published and our community law clinic – the Northampton Law Project.

You will graduate with the knowledge and strong intellectual skills to pursue a career in the wide variety of legal professions. In addition, more than a third of Northampton law graduates choose to use their law degree as a passport for entry into a wide range of careers including business, media, finance and banking, teaching, governmental bodies and departments and the police force.

AT A GLANCE

LEARNING MODE	On Campus Learning, Distance learning
DEGREE QUALIFICATION	LBB
DURATION	24 months
STUDY MODE	Full Time

What You'll Study

How You'll Study

Compulsory Courses

Criminal Law (NT1020) – 15 Credit Points
Foundations of Private Law (NT1022) – 15 Credit Points
Legal System (NT1025) – 15 Credit Points
The Law of Property (NT2031) – 15 Credit Points
Contract (NT1520) – 15 Credit Points
USA Constitutional Law (NT1537) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial Organisations and Insolvency (NT2525) – 15 Credit Points
Professional Skills Part 1 (NT1001)
Delict and Unjustified Enrichment (NT1536) – 15 Credit Points

Compulsory Courses

Eu Institutions and Law (NT2026) – 15 Credit Points
Evidence (NT3025) – 15 Credit Points
Family Law (NT2526) – 15 Credit Points
Introduction to Legal Theory (NT2527) – 7.5 Credit Points
Succession and Trusts (NT2528) – 7.5 Credit Points
Commercial and Consumer Contracts (NT3032) – 15 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Select a further 30 credit points from courses of choice.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods:

coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course;
practical assessments of the skills and competencies learnt on the course; and
written examinations at the end of each course.

The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, year of study and individual courses.

Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.

Why Study Law - Accelerated?

Convert your first degree to a highly valuable qualifying Law degree in just two years.

Our tutorial systems means that you benefit from studying in small classes with increased opportunities to interact with academics.

Save time and money by studying this degree condensed into two years.

Careers

There are many opportunities at the Northampton University to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

Your Employability

Entry requirements

SQA Highers

Standard: AABB*

Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.

Minimum: BBB*

Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.

Adjusted: BB*

Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

A LEVELS

Standard: BBB*

Minimum: BBC*

Adjusted: CCC*

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

International Baccalaureate

32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

Irish Leaving Certificate

5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

English Language Requirements

To study for an Undergraduate degree at the University of Northampton University it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL – 6.0 with: Listening – 5.5; Reading – 5.5; Speaking – 5.5; Writing – 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

OVERALL – 78 with: Listening – 17; Reading – 18; Speaking – 20; Writing – 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL – 54 with: Listening – 51; Reading – 51; Speaking – 51; Writing – 54

Cambridge English Advanced & Proficiency:

OVERALL – 169 with: Listening – 162; Reading – 162; Speaking – 162; Writing – 169

How to apply

This programm by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year.

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

Degree certificates showing award of degree.
Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

You may be offered a place unconditionally
You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants

Terms and conditions of admissions

The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

Law and European Legal Studies (5 years), LLB

by mark allen | Dec 5, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

Overview

Law at Northampton looks at the historical, social, political and economic forces that influence our legal systems and govern our societies. You’ll learn to think like a lawyer rather than just ‘learn’ law.

A major factor in our quality is the calibre and enthusiasm of our staff, testing your mental agility with complex, realistic legal scenarios as you get to grips with criminal, public and private law, legal systems, contracts, human rights, and explore family law, the law of property, and legal aspects of the EU.

You’ll also have lots of opportunity to hone your developing legal skills in student-led initiatives such as mock legal debating, our highly active Law Society, the students’ journal in which your work may be published, and our community law clinic – the Northampton Law Project.

As with all our combined programmes, you’ll gain a thorough grounding in Scots Law, and will then add the career advantage of studying European law through spending the third year of your study in Europe through the Erasmus Exchange Programme in either Aarhus, Deusto, Helsinki, Leuven, Maastricht University or Vienna University of Economics and Business, with courses taught in English.

If you choose to practise law, there is a wide variety of career options within the law itself. However more than a third of Northampton law graduates now choose to use their law degree as a passport for entry into a wide range of careers including business, media, finance and banking, the Civil Service, social work, teaching, governmental bodies and departments, and the police force.

AT A GLANCE

LEARNING MODE	On Campus Learning, Distance learning
DEGREE QUALIFICATION	LBB
DURATION	60 months
STUDY MODE	Full Time

What You'll Study

How You'll Study

Compulsory Courses

Criminal Law (NT1020) – 15 Credit Points
Foundations of Private Law (NT1022) – 15 Credit Points
Legal System (NT1025) – 15 Credit Points
Contract (NT1520) – 15 Credit Points
USA Constitutional Law (NT1537) – 15 Credit Points
Delict and Unjustified Enrichment (NT1536) – 15 Credit Points
Professional Skills Part 1 (NT1001)

Optional Courses

Select a further 30 credit points from courses of choice.

Compulsory Courses

Eu Institutions and Law (NT2026) – 15 Credit Points
The Law of Property (NT2031) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial Organisations and Insolvency (NT2525) – 15 Credit Points
Family Law (NT2526) – 15 Credit Points
Introduction to Legal Theory (NT2527) – 7.5 Credit Points
Succession and Trusts (NT2528) – 7.5 Credit Points
Introduction to Comparative Law (NT2536) – 7.5 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Select a further 30 credit points from courses of choice.

Compulsory Courses

A programme of study approved by the appropriate Go Abroad Tutors of both host and sending Universities. Students must take courses offered at UNC, NCLAW, DETC and Business which aggregate at least 60 ECTS credits. The courses are taught in English.

Compulsory Courses

Evidence (NT3025) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial and Consumer Contracts (NT3032) – 15 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Non-honours

Select a further 30 credit points from Level 3 courses in Law
Select a further 60 credit points from courses of choice

Honours

Select a further 50 credit points from Honours courses in Law
Select a further 45 credit points from courses of choice

Compulsory Courses

Dissertation (NT4025) – 25 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Select a further 100 credit points from Honours courses in Law.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods:

coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course;
practical assessments of the skills and competencies learnt on the course; and
written examinations at the end of each course.

The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, year of study and individual courses.

Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.

Why Study Law with options in Mandarin, LLB?

Why Law

94% student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey.
Taught by top legal academics, who are shaping national and international policy, for example in regulation and the energy sector.
Northampton Law Project: law students gaining experience through providing a free legal advice service for the public ranging from help with employment issues, housing, consumer rights and advice for small businesses facing financial difficulties.
Community projects including students running employability skills workshops for inmates in prison, and workshops on law for school pupils.
Our Law Society which organises a busy and varied programme of social, educational and supportive events, and the European Law Students’ Association – a local branch of a pan-European network.
The Northampton Student Law Review, a student-led journal, which publishes our students’ work.
Strong links with local and national employers, with members working in the legal profession regularly giving career talks to students.
An exceptionally high professional employment rate, with our law graduates much in demand, not only in the UK but abroad too.
In all LLB programmes, in each year of study you can take optional law courses or other subjects across the University, e.g. in anthropology or forensic medicine.
Northampton law graduates today occupy roles at the top of Scotland’s legal system.

Careers

There are many opportunities at the Northampton University to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

Your Employability

Entry requirements

SQA Highers

Standard: AABB*

Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.

Minimum: BBB*

Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.

Adjusted: BB*

Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

A LEVELS

Standard: BBB*

Minimum: BBC*

Adjusted: CCC*

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

International Baccalaureate

32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

Irish Leaving Certificate

5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

English Language Requirements

To study for an Undergraduate degree at the University of Northampton University it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL – 6.0 with: Listening – 5.5; Reading – 5.5; Speaking – 5.5; Writing – 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

OVERALL – 78 with: Listening – 17; Reading – 18; Speaking – 20; Writing – 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL – 54 with: Listening – 51; Reading – 51; Speaking – 51; Writing – 54

Cambridge English Advanced & Proficiency:

OVERALL – 169 with: Listening – 162; Reading – 162; Speaking – 162; Writing – 169

How to apply

This programm by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year.

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

Degree certificates showing award of degree.
Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

You may be offered a place unconditionally
You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants

Terms and conditions of admissions

The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

Law with options in Mandarin, LLB, LLB

by mark allen | Dec 5, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

Overview

Law at Northampton looks at the historical, social, political and economic forces that influence our legal systems and govern our societies. You will learn to think like a lawyer rather than just ‘learn’ law.

A major factor in our quality is the calibre and enthusiasm of our staff, testing your mental agility with complex, realistic legal scenarios as you get to grips with criminal, public and private law, legal systems, contracts, human rights and explore family law, the law of property and legal aspects of the EU.

Throughout your programme, you will study courses in Mandarin language and add this extremely useful skill to your growing competence in law.

You will have many opportunities to hone your developing legal skills in student-led initiatives, such as mock legal debating, our highly active Law Society, the students’ journal, in which your work may be published, and our community law clinic – the Northampton Law Project.

Should you choose to practice law, you will have a wide variety of career options within legal professions. However, more than a third of Northampton law graduates now choose to use their law degree as a passport for entry into a wide range of careers including business – for which you will have a language advantage – finance and banking, teaching, governmental bodies and departments and the police force.

AT A GLANCE

LEARNING MODE	On Campus Learning, Distance learning
DEGREE QUALIFICATION	LBB
DURATION	48 months
STUDY MODE	Full Time

What You'll Study

How You'll Study

Compulsory Courses

Professional Skills Part 1 (NT1001)
Criminal Law (NT1020) – 15 Credit Points
Foundations of Private Law (NT1022) – 15 Credit Points
Legal System (NT1025) – 15 Credit Points
Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 1 (NT1001) – 15 Credit Points
Contract (NT1520) – 15 Credit Points
Delict and Unjustified Enrichment (NT1536) – 15 Credit Points
USA Constitutional Law (NT1537) – 15 Credit Points
Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 2 (NT1501) – 15 Credit Points

Compulsory Courses

Eu Institutions and Law (NT2026) – 15 Credit Points
The Law of Property (NT2031) – 15 Credit Points
Family Law (NT2526) – 15 Credit Points
Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 3 (NT2001) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial Organisations and Insolvency (NT2525) – 15 Credit Points
Succession and Trusts (NT2528) – 7.5 Credit Points
Introduction to Legal Theory (NT2527) – 7.5 Credit Points
Mandarin Chinese for Beginners 4 (NT2501) – 15 Credit Points

Compulsory Courses

Evidence (NT3025) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial and Consumer Contracts (NT3032) – 15 Credit Points
Mandarin 5 (NT3001) – 15 Credit Points
Mandarin 6 (NT3501) – 15 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Non-honours

Select 30 credits of Law courses
Select 30 credit points from courses of choice

Honours

Select 50 credits from Honours courses
Select 15 credit points from courses of choice

Compulsory Courses

Dissertation (NT4025) – 25 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Plus 100 credits from honours courses.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods:

coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course;
practical assessments of the skills and competencies learnt on the course; and
written examinations at the end of each course.

The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, year of study and individual courses.

Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.

Why Study Law with options in Mandarin, LLB?

93% student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey.
Taught by top legal academics, who are shaping national and international policy, for example in regulation and the energy sector.
Northampton Law Project: law students gaining experience through providing a free legal advice service for the public ranging from help with employment issues, housing, consumer rights and advice for small businesses facing financial difficulties.
Community projects including students running employability skills workshops for inmates in prison, and workshops on law for school pupils.
Our Law Society which organises a busy and varied programme of social, educational and supportive events, and the European Law Students’ Association – a local branch of a pan-European network.
The Northampton Student Law Review, a student-led journal, which publishes our students’ work.
Strong links with local and national employers, with members working in the legal profession regularly giving career talks to students.
An exceptionally high professional employment rate, with our law graduates much in demand, not only in the USA but abroad too.
In all LLB programmes, in each year of study you can take optional law courses or other subjects across the University, e.g. in anthropology or forensic medicine.
Northampton law graduates today occupy roles at the top of Scotland’s legal system.

Careers

There are many opportunities at the Northampton University to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

Your Employability

Entry requirements

SQA Highers

Standard: AABB*

Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.

Minimum: BBB*

Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.

Adjusted: BB*

Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

A LEVELS

Standard: BBB*

Minimum: BBC*

Adjusted: CCC*

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

International Baccalaureate

32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

Irish Leaving Certificate

5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

English Language Requirements

To study for an Undergraduate degree at the University of Northampton University it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL – 6.0 with: Listening – 5.5; Reading – 5.5; Speaking – 5.5; Writing – 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

OVERALL – 78 with: Listening – 17; Reading – 18; Speaking – 20; Writing – 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL – 54 with: Listening – 51; Reading – 51; Speaking – 51; Writing – 54

Cambridge English Advanced & Proficiency:

OVERALL – 169 with: Listening – 162; Reading – 162; Speaking – 162; Writing – 169

How to apply

This programm by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year.

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

Degree certificates showing award of degree.
Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

You may be offered a place unconditionally
You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants

Terms and conditions of admissions

The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

Northampton University admissions terms and conditions

Law with options in Business Management, LLB

by mark allen | Dec 5, 2019 | Undergraduate

Course Overview

Overview

This programme is studied on campus.

Law at Northampton looks at the historical, social, political and economic forces that influence our legal systems and govern our societies. You will learn to think like a lawyer rather than just ‘learn’ law.

A major factor in our quality is the calibre and enthusiasm of our staff, testing your mental agility with complex, realistic legal scenarios as you get to grips with criminal, public and private law, legal systems, contracts, human rights and explore family law, the law of property and legal aspects of the EU.

You will also add courses including managing organisations, managing customers and markets, the context of business and the legal aspects of organisations and insolvency – gaining useful specialist knowledge of the law as it applies to the world of organisations, management and business.

You will also have lots of opportunity to hone your developing legal skills in student-led initiatives such as mock legal debating, our highly active Law Society, the students’ journal in which your work may be published and our community law clinic – the Northampton Law Project.

Should you choose to practise law, you will have a wide variety of career options within legal professions. However, more than a third of Northampton law graduates now choose to use their law degree as a passport for entry into a wide range of careers including the business world for which you will be ideally prepared, media, finance and banking, teaching, governmental bodies and departments and the police force.

AT A GLANCE

LEARNING MODE	On Campus Learning, Distance learning
DEGREE QUALIFICATION	LBB
DURATION	48 months
STUDY MODE	Full Time

What You'll Study

How You'll Study

Compulsory Courses

Criminal Law (NT1020) – 15 Credit Points
Foundations of Private Law (NT1022) – 15 Credit Points
Legal System (NT1025) – 15 Credit Points
Managing Organizations (NT1009) – 15 Credit Points
Contract (NT1520) – 15 Credit Points
UK Constitutional Law (NT1537) – 15 Credit Points
Delict and Unjustified Enrichment (NT1536) – 15 Credit Points
The Context of Business (NT1509) – 15 Credit Points
Professional Skills Part 1 (NT1001)

Compulsory Courses

Eu Institutions and Law (NT2026) – 15 Credit Points
The Law of Property (NT2031) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial Organisations and Insolvency (NT2525) – 15 Credit Points
Family Law (NT2526) – 15 Credit Points
Introduction to Legal Theory (NT2527) – 7.5 Credit Points
Succession and Trusts (NT2528) – 7.5 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Select 15 credit points from courses of choice.

Compulsory Courses

Evidence (NT3025) – 15 Credit Points
Commercial and Consumer Contracts (NT3525)

Optional Courses

Non-honours

Select a further 30 credit points from Level 3 courses in Law
Select a further 60 credit points from courses of choice

Honours

Select a further 50 credit points from Honours courses in Law
Select a further 45 credit points from courses of choice, at least 30 of which in Business Management

Compulsory Courses

Dissertation (NT4025) – 25 Credit Points

Optional Courses

Select a further 100 credit points from Honours courses in Law.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods:

coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course;
practical assessments of the skills and competencies learnt on the course; and
written examinations at the end of each course.

The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, year of study and individual courses.

Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.

Why Study Law with options in Business Management?

Why Business Management

Our research centres including ANREEF (the Northampton Centre for Research in Energy Economics and Finance) headed by leading international petroleum economist and author Professor Alex Kemp, adviser to the Scottish Government.
Northampton is home to CELMR (the Centre for European Labour Market Research) which leads research in education, skills and labour markets, so topical today.
Enterprise Campus, a new initiative to nurture entrepreneurial skills and support students wanting to progress their own business ideas.
The spectacular, award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library, with excellent study facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and a first-class collection of reference works in business and management.
A packed programme of events and the annual May Festival attracting internationally acclaimed public figures, business leaders, authors and broadcasters to discuss and debate critical issues and challenges in the world today.
A Business Management programme which perfectly balances theory and practical work, with strong links with local and global businesses giving you cutting-edge insights in to the subject.
Northampton is the main European centre for the oil and gas industry, and international accountancy firms, multinational companies and financial services all have offices in the city.
Professional training facilities including the Bloomberg finance lab, used by major financial services companies across the world and integrating real activity in financial markets directly into our students’ courses.

Why Law

94% student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey.
Taught by top legal academics, who are shaping national and international policy, for example in regulation and the energy sector.
Northampton Law Project: law students gaining experience through providing a free legal advice service for the public ranging from help with employment issues, housing, consumer rights and advice for small businesses facing financial difficulties.
Community projects including students running employability skills workshops for inmates in prison, and workshops on law for school pupils.
Our Law Society which organises a busy and varied programme of social, educational and supportive events, and the European Law Students’ Association – a local branch of a pan-European network.
The Northampton Student Law Review, a student-led journal, which publishes our students’ work.
Strong links with local and national employers, with members working in the legal profession regularly giving career talks to students.
An exceptionally high professional employment rate, with our law graduates much in demand, not only in the UK but abroad too.
In all LLB programmes, in each year of study you can take optional law courses or other subjects across the University, e.g. in anthropology or forensic medicine.

Careers

There are many opportunities at the Northampton University to develop your knowledge, gain experience and build a competitive set of skills to enhance your employability. This is essential for your future career success. The Careers and Employability Service can help you to plan your career and support your choices throughout your time with us, from first to final year – and beyond.

Your Employability

Entry requirements

SQA Highers

Standard: AABB*

Applicants who have achieved AABB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required.

Minimum: BBB*

Applicants who have achieved BBB (or are on course to achieve this by the end of S5) are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will normally be required.

Adjusted: BB*

Applicants who have achieved BB, and who meet one of the widening participation criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/Advanced Highers will be required.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

A LEVELS

Standard: BBB*

Minimum: BBC*

Adjusted: CCC*

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

International Baccalaureate

32 points, including 5, 5, 5 at HL*.

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

Irish Leaving Certificate

5H with 3 at H2 AND 2 at H3 OR AAABB*, obtained in a single sitting. (B must be at B2 or above)

* Including good performance in at least two Mathematics/ Science subjects by the end of your senior phase of education.

English Language Requirements

To study for an Undergraduate degree at the University of Northampton University it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The minimum requirements for this degree are as follows:

IELTS Academic:

OVERALL – 6.0 with: Listening – 5.5; Reading – 5.5; Speaking – 5.5; Writing – 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

OVERALL – 78 with: Listening – 17; Reading – 18; Speaking – 20; Writing – 21

PTE Academic:

OVERALL – 54 with: Listening – 51; Reading – 51; Speaking – 51; Writing – 54

Cambridge English Advanced & Proficiency:

OVERALL – 169 with: Listening – 162; Reading – 162; Speaking – 162; Writing – 169

How to apply

This programm by online learning has start dates in September and January of each academic year.

We recommend that you apply as early as possible; this is particularly important for applicants who may need to allow sufficient time to take an English language test

Documentation required

Applications are made online via the University Application Service, EUCLID.

Please follow the instructions carefully and make sure that you have included the following documentation with your application:

Degree certificates showing award of degree.
Previous academic transcripts for all past degree programmes.
A reference in support or your application. The reference should be academic and dated no earlier than one year from the start of study on the LLM programme.
Evidence of English language proficiency, if required.

If you are currently studying for your degree or you are not in a possession of an English test result you may still apply to the programme. Please note that it is your responsibility to submit the necessary documents.

After you apply

After your application has been submitted you will be able to track its progress through the University’s applicant hub.

Application processing times will vary however the admissions team will endeavour to process your application within four to six weeks of submission. Please note that missing documentation will delay the application process.

You will be informed as soon as possible of the decision taken. Three outcomes are possible:

You may be offered a place unconditionally
You may be offered a conditional place, which means that you must fulfil certain conditions that will be specified in the offer letter. Where a conditional offer is made, it is your responsibility to inform the College Postgraduate Office when you have fulfilled the requirements set out.
Your application may be unsuccessful. If your application has not been successful, you can request feedback from us or refer to our guidance for unsuccessful applicants, which explains some of the common reasons we why we reach this decision.
View the University’s guidance for unsuccessful applicants

Terms and conditions of admissions

The University’s terms and conditions form part of your contract with the University, and you should read them, and our data protection policy, carefully before applying.

Northampton University admissions terms and conditions