Law with International Relations - LLB (Hons)

University of Sussex

### **Why choose this course at Sussex?*** **Develop research, analytical and persuasion skills that are transferable to careers in legal practice and beyond.*** **Explore what lies behind international law, including the politics and economic principles that govern relations between states.*** **Gain real-world experience and get involved in the local community through the Sussex Law Clinics.**On this course, you’ll study:* the political and economic principles that govern the relations between states* agreements (or treaties) between states* the extent to which states can and do rely on such principles and treaties (considered by legal scholars as sources of public international law).You’re taught by research-active faculty and study theoretical and practical aspects of law. Through the Sussex Law Clinics, you can gain valuable work experience of the law in action before you graduate. We also have links with leading law firms that sponsor our student competitions in national and international mooting, criminal advocacy, client interviewing, negotiation, mediation and legal debating. Our supportive alumni are also happy to provide career advice for current students. ### **Location**Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.

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