Students normally take the equivalent of twelve semester-long modules each year. Students may enrol for courses for one semester or for the whole academic year. It is not possible to enrol for part of a term or semester. The examination period is at the end of each semester. Students may also be assessed on the basis of written assignments and this is usually the practice as regards visiting students.
Courses normally involve attendance at lectures and small group seminars.
At the beginning of the academic year there is an induction programme for new students from other European countries, organised by the European Liaison Office. Visiting Student Co-ordinator to discuss their programme of studies in Law and to be introduced to the organisation of activities in the Department of Law. Students are also given a tour of the Law Library and an introduction to the electronic legal databases which can be accessed. The Departmental Visiting Student Co-ordinator and European Liaison Officer are also available for consultation. Since Aberystwyth is a relatively small University, academic and other staff are normally available for consultation and discussion of any problems at quite short notice.