Law affects every part of our life from what we can post on social media and the complexities of buying a house, to international commerce and the protection of human rights. The legal sector is vast, and evolving at a rapid pace as it must also respond to the challenges we face as a society. Therefore, employers across a range of sectors will value law graduates who can show adaptability, resilience, and have a critical knowledge and understanding of the law in different contexts.
For example, large law firms will value those with knowledge in family law, employment law, commercial and business law as these areas are booming due to the pandemic. Charities and NGOs working with migrant communities facing displacement will value graduates with knowledge in international humanitarian law, and law graduates who have an understanding of the drastic realities of climate change and a knowledge of environmental law will be key in helping the government, and businesses respond to the global climate crisis.
A degree from Essex Law School will also prepare you for careers in areas of law such as:
- human rights
- criminal justice
- commercial law and corporate social responsibility
- copyright and trademark law
- property law
- international maritime law
- finance and foreign direct investment
- constitutional and administrative law
- equity and trusts
These are just a few examples of the areas of law that a degree from the School can lead to. The skills you will develop will enable you to successfully transition into a wide range of potential career paths, and be able to respond to the changing, competitive employment landscape.
You could also use your undergraduate law degree as a foundation to study our MA Social Work. You’d then be eligible to apply for professional registration as a Social Worker where on a day to day basis, you’d be advocating for others using your knowledge of law and human rights.
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