The Common Law degree is designed for those who plan to practise law in common law jurisdictions such as England & Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, and Canada. It is not suitable if you wish to enter the legal profession in Scotland. The Common Law curriculum offers intellectual depth and has a range of flexible options. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 85 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Summary of entry requirements for Common Law: Scottish Higher entry requirements - AAAAB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer
- Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5
- Typically offers will be made at Higher AAAAA plus Advanced Higher B by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher
- Additional requirements Higher English at A plus either Advanced Higher English B or Humanities subject B
- Satisfactory completion of LNAT.
A-level standard entry requirements - AAA
- Additional requirements: A-Level English or Humanities subject. Plus either GCSE English Language at B/5 or GCSE English Literature at B/5
- Satisfactory completion of LNAT.
Canada Various Year 12 High School Graduation Diplomas according to the Province issuing authority. - GCSE A or B: GCSE B = 75%
- A*AA: 5 subjects from grade 12 (6 from Quebec/Ontario) or CEGEP at B or better, or 85% average including relevant subjects.
- AAA: 5 subjects from grade 12 (6 from Quebec/Ontario) or CEGEP at B or better, or 85% average including relevant subjects.
- AAB: 5 subjects from grade 12 (6 from Quebec/Ontario) or CEGEP at B or better, or 80% average including relevant subjects.
- ABB: 5 subjects from grade 12 (6 from Quebec/Ontario) or CEGEP at B or better, or 75% average including relevant subjects.
- BBB: 5 subjects from grade 12 (6 from Quebec/Ontario) or CEGEP at B or better, or 70% average including relevant subjects.
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.