Aston Law School has an established record of excellence in legal education, based on an ethos of strong student support. We are proud of the diversity of our student population and the quality of our teaching, which is reflected in our high student satisfaction scores.

Our staff are regarded as leaders of legal education, evidenced through national teaching awards, recognition at the highest level by the HEA and by the award of National Teaching Fellowships. 

Aston Law School roots its approach in the business environment. We prepare students for a diverse range of careers in law and other industries. From intellectual property to corporate governance and commercial law, students have a wide range of options at their fingertips from day one.

Many of Aston Law School's academics are qualified lawyers, and are passionate about their subjects.

Their active research and publications on the latest national and international legal developments include:

  • How using law proactively can secure a competitive business advantage.
  • Commercial contracting in the global context – comparative contract law, particularly formation and remedies.
  • Diversity and difference in national corporate governance codes and systems of corporate law.
  • New models of financial regulation.
  • The management and commercialisation of intellectual property in the European and ASEAN university environment.
  • Our departments and research centres work together to further our understanding of key business disciplines and issues, with a focus on innovation and impact. In the latest Research Excellence Framework, 77% of our research outputs were rated world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*). For our research impact case studies, 77% were judged to have reach and significance that was outstanding (4*) or very considerable (3*).
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We support students to develop their personal approach and skills, boosting their employability and future career potential. 

We have been awarded the Athena Swan Bronze award in recognition of our commitment to the advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for our staff and students.

If you have any questions, please email: BSS_Law_School@aston.ac.uk

Aston Law School - more than just a Law School

A welcome from the Head of Aston Law School, Kristie Thomas

Kristie ThomasWelcome to Aston Law School! As Head of School, I am excited to welcome you into a community that combines academic excellence with a friendly and supportive environment.

Here at Aston Law School, we are committed to providing you with a high-quality legal education that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary for a successful career in law or in related fields. We bring together strong academic depth from our research active colleagues, with practical insights from our colleagues who have practised as lawyers, so our students learn about the law of business, the business of law and the future of law.

Our flagship LLB Law programme is designed to not only offer an understanding of foundational legal subjects, but also to help you think critically about the role of law in society. We offer a number of innovative modules such as Legal Project Management and Law in an Applied Context, which bring together learning about the business of law as well as the opportunity to experience what you learn. Each Aston law student is also guaranteed a virtual internship with top international law firm, Pinsent Masons.

Beyond academics, here at Aston Law School we pride ourselves on our strong focus on employability. Our close connections with the legal profession and industries beyond law offer students numerous opportunities to gain practical experience. From placements to working in our very own Aston Law Clinic, we encourage you to make the most of these opportunities to enhance your career prospects. We believe that a well-rounded legal education includes not only classroom learning, but also practical experience that prepares you for the demands of the professional world.

I encourage you to explore everything that Aston Law School has to offer, both inside and outside the classroom. Embrace the challenges ahead, build meaningful connections, and I look forward to you joining the Aston Law School community.