National University
Pre-Law Studies
Field of study · San Diego, California, United States
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
San Diego
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
Fall 2027
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Course Overview
Pre-Law Studies at National University in San Diego, California, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Law graduates are highly sought in private practice, in-house legal teams, financial services and government. In the UK, most graduates qualify as solicitors via the SQE route or as barristers via the Bar Training Course. Key employers include Magic Circle and Silver Circle law firms, the Government Legal Service and the Bar.
Student life (indicative)
Life in San Diego revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.
The University at a Glance
Undergraduate Population
10,794
Staff Ratio
16.0:1
Career Prospects
Completion Rate
42%
finish their degree (not an employment rate)
Avg Starting Salary
£38,115
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Pre-Law Studies
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Pre-Law Studies topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Pre-Law Studies
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
10,794
Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
Staff Ratio
16:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
Campus Type
Urban
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
6.5/10
Transport
Excellent (direct city or on-campus rail, major airport nearby)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
Student Life & City (indicative)
Life in San Diego revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.
- Life in San Diego revolves around the outdoors — beaches, sun and an active lifestyle form the backdrop to student social life, with good bars, food and local events rounding out the experience.
What Students Love
- Beach lifestyle
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Active pub & club scene
- Major sports culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Completion Rate
42%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
Avg Starting Salary
£38,115
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Law graduates are highly sought in private practice, in-house legal teams, financial services and government. In the UK, most graduates qualify as solicitors via the SQE route or as barristers via the Bar Training Course. Key employers include Magic Circle and Silver Circle law firms, the Government Legal Service and the Bar.
- Law graduates are highly sought in private practice, in-house legal teams, financial services and government.
- In the UK, most graduates qualify as solicitors via the SQE route or as barristers via the Bar Training Course.
- Key employers include Magic Circle and Silver Circle law firms, the Government Legal Service and the Bar.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the most expensive student cities in the US — budget $2,675/month (housing $1,650 alone, plus $520 food and $185 transport). San Diego is expensive but the beaches, weather and biotech/defence job market make it a premium student city.
- One of the most expensive student cities in the US — budget $2,675/month (housing $1,650 alone, plus $520 food and $185 transport).
- San Diego is expensive but the beaches, weather and biotech/defence job market make it a premium student city.