LLB in Law
Paphos, Cyprus
LLB
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2025
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The LLB in Law, offered through a collaboration between Neapolis University Pafos (NUP) and the University of Reading, is an internationally recognized undergraduate programme designed for individuals aiming to pursue a career in law or related fields.
As a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD), the LLB provides the foundational knowledge required for further legal training in the UK, Cyprus, and other common law jurisdictions. The curriculum covers essential areas of English law, equipping students with critical thinking, research, and advocacy skills.
Graduates of this programme earn an LLB degree from the University of Reading, an institution ranked among the top law schools globally, ensuring international recognition and professional credibility.
Programme Objectives
- Provide Comprehensive Legal Knowledge: Equip students with a thorough understanding of core legal principles, including Contract Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, and EU Law.
- Develop Practical Legal Skills: Enhance abilities in legal research, critical analysis, advocacy, and problem-solving.
- Prepare for Professional Practice: Ensure readiness for further legal training and careers in various legal sectors.
- Foster Ethical and Professional Standards: Instil a strong sense of professional ethics and responsibility.
The curriculum is structured to provide a balanced mix of compulsory modules and elective options, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals
Year 1
First Semester
- Contract
- Criminal Law
- English Legal System and Skills
Second Semester
- Public Law 1
- Tort
- Choose one (1) of the two (2) optional
- Law and Society
- Research and Writing Skills
- Law and Society
- Research and Writing Skills
Year 2
Third Semester
- Equity and Trusts
- Land Law
- Choose one (1) of the three (3) optional
- Banking Law
- Law of Evidence
- Research Project
- Banking Law
- Law of Evidence
- Research Project
Fourth Semester
- EU Law
- Public Law 2
- Choose one (1) of the three (3) optional
- Legal Writing Credit
- Religion and Law
- War in Ukraine
- Legal Writing Credit
- Religion and Law
- War in Ukraine
Year 3 (Dissertation Pathway)
Fifth Semester
- Dissertation
- Choose two (2) of the seven (7) electives
- Commercial Law
- Family Law
- International Children’s Rights
- International Human Rights Law
- International Law & Global Security
- Jurisprudence
- Technology, Privacy & Internet Regulation
- Commercial Law
- Family Law
- International Children’s Rights
- International Human Rights Law
- International Law & Global Security
- Jurisprudence
- Technology, Privacy & Internet Regulation
Sixth Semester
- Dissertation (continued)
- Choose two (2) of the eight (8) electives
- Company Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Medical Law
- Revenue Law
- Labour/Employment Law
- Children, Families & the State
- Gender and Law
- Environmental Law
- Company Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Medical Law
- Revenue Law
- Labour/Employment Law
- Children, Families & the State
- Gender and Law
- Environmental Law
Year 3 (Non-Dissertation Pathway)
Fifth Semester
- Choose two (3) of the seven (7) electives
- Commercial Law
- Family Law
- International Children’s Rights
- International Human Rights Law
- International Law & Global Security
- Jurisprudence
- Technology, Privacy & Internet Regulation
- Commercial Law
- Family Law
- International Children’s Rights
- International Human Rights Law
- International Law & Global Security
- Jurisprudence
- Technology, Privacy & Internet Regulation
Sixth Semester
- You must choose one (1) of these two (2) research-based modules
- Research Writing Credit
- Research Writing Credit
- Optional (Choose 2)
- Writing Credit Pro Bono & Practice
- Same as Dissertation Pathway
- Writing Credit Pro Bono & Practice
- Same as Dissertation Pathway
- Choose two (2) of the eight (8) electives
- Company Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Medical Law
- Revenue Law
- Labour/Employment Law
- Children, Families & the State
- Gender and Law
- Environmental Law
- Company Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Medical Law
- Revenue Law
- Labour/Employment Law
- Children, Families & the State
- Gender and Law
- Environmental Law
Assessment
The programme will be assessed through a combination of different types of assessments, including more traditional methods such as written examinations and coursework (including through presentations and podcasts), as well as, for example, participation in advocacy or negotiation, writing client letters and writing reflectively about learning experiences.
During the course of the Programme, you will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills, knowledge and attributes (known as learning outcomes). For this programme, these are:
- Demonstrate an understanding of legal principles and skills essential in a range of sectors for a law graduate.
- Appraise the fundamental doctrines, theoretical debates and concepts of contemporary law and practice.
- Analyse the context and boundaries of application of the law in the national and international context.
- Evaluate legal problems and propose workable and amicable solutions.
- Critically assess sources and materials to construct arguments.
- Analyze legal problems and propose practical and amicable solutions.
- Apply information management and application skills.
- Develop analytical, problem-solving and applicative approaches to the interpretation of law.
- Produce coherent and convincing arguments and engage in critical thinking and debates.
- Act ethically, professionally and with integrity as a legal professional and apply effective managerial and entrepreneurial practices to make effective decisions.
- Communicate effectively in written and various other communication mechanisms.
- Develop personal and professional strategies to lead and work in teams.
- Acquire holistic knowledge and relevant professional skills required of a successful law graduate.
You will be expected to engage in learning activities to achieve these Programme learning outcomes. Assessment of your modules will reflect these learning outcomes and test how far you have met the requirements for your degree.
Graduates of the LLB in Law are well-positioned for diverse career paths, including:
- Legal Practice: Roles as solicitors, barristers, or advocates in law firms and legal departments.
- Corporate Sector: Legal advisors, compliance officers, or consultants in multinational corporations.
- Public Sector: Positions within governmental and regulatory bodies.
- International Organizations: Opportunities in NGOs, international tribunals, and policy-making institutions.
- Further Studies: Graduates can pursue an LLM in International Commercial Law, specializing in:
- International Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property Law and Management
- International Banking Law and Financial Regulation
- International Corporate Finance
- International Commercial Law
- Intellectual Property Law and Management
- International Banking Law and Financial Regulation
- International Corporate Finance
Graduates are eligible to proceed with professional legal training, including the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) in the UK and Bar training for becoming a barrister.