Entrepreneurship and Law - BA (Hons)

University of Derby

Entrepreneurship and LawHow are Laws created How can we reform them How can you start your own business Gain a thorough understanding of the English legal system and its applications while building your skills to reflect the rapidly changing global business environmentWhy choose this courseYoull cover key concepts such as theoretical business enterprise concepts constitutional law and human rights as well as benefiting from input from industry on live projects and briefs to apply the skills you learn to solve real business issues Your Law modules will be taught at One Friar Gate square the home of our School of Law and Social Sciences Here youll find our replica Crown Court Room and mock police custody suite so you can gain practical experience in real world settings Our new Business School will be opening in 202425 and is set to be a focal point for Derbys business community Youll study alongside startups and small businesses giving you the opportunity to network learn from and inspire local business leaders and entrepreneurs How you will learn Engaging in real or simulated legal practice youll build a range of the key skills required to succeed in the legal sector at every stage of the course including case preparation mooting which is where you present a legal issue against opposing counsel in a mock court case interviewing negotiation On your Entrepreneurship modules you will learn through methods such as formal lectures which will at times include expert speakers seminars which can be tutorled or studentled and can include discussions critical analysis of reading presentations group work debates and general problem solving interaction with real businesses case study analysis computer lab work practical analysis and formative assessment Tutorials which are onetoone sessions with a tutor to discuss the development of assignments work experience projects selfdirected study Opportunities and experiencesYou can choose to put your skills into practice before you graduate with an optional Entrepreneurship placement year between year two and three of your degree We can help you to find a placement and provide support throughout your year away If thats not for you you can choose to complete internships during the summer breaks instead so youll graduate with experience on your CV Careers and employabilityStudying a lawbased course can open up a range of roles in fields such as education libraries museums archives law the civil service management marketing and the uniformed service The entrepreneurship skills you gain on this course will also stand you in good stead if you want to launch a business develop a social enterprise go selfemployed or work on a consultancy basis If youre an aspiring entrepreneur we offer a comprehensive range of services from incubation units to professional mentoring to help you realise your business ambitions once youve graduated