LLB Hons Law with Criminology

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Bangor University

Program Overview

This LLB Hons Law with Criminology program blends the study of law with a deep understanding of criminology, giving you insight into both the legal system and the factors that influence criminal behavior. It’s ideal for students who are curious about justice, want to make a difference in society, and are considering careers in law, policing, or criminal justice.

Curriculum Structure:

Year 1:
In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in core legal principles and criminological theory. You’ll explore modules like Introduction to Law, Legal Methods, and Criminology, which will give you a clear understanding of how laws are made, interpreted, and applied, alongside an introduction to criminal behavior and societal responses.

Year 2:
The second year deepens your legal knowledge while expanding your criminology focus. You’ll study modules such as Criminal Law, Public Law, and Criminological Theory, learning how legal frameworks shape society and how criminal acts are analyzed from social, psychological, and legal perspectives. This combination sharpens critical thinking and analytical skills essential for law-related professions.

Year 3:
In your final year, you’ll specialize and apply your knowledge to real-world contexts. Modules like Advanced Criminal Law, International Law, and Applied Criminology will allow you to examine complex legal issues and contemporary challenges in criminal justice. You’ll also have opportunities to conduct research and develop practical skills that prepare you for professional practice.

Focus Areas:
Law, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Legal Analysis, Social Justice, Research Skills

Learning Outcomes:
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills; understand the interaction between law and society; apply criminological theories to legal practice; gain confidence in legal research, writing, and argumentation.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
The program is accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the Bar Standards Board (BSB), ensuring it meets professional standards for law careers in the UK.

Reputation (Employability Rankings):
Bangor University is recognized for strong student satisfaction and graduate employability, offering excellent support for students pursuing careers in law, criminal justice, and related fields.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Studying Law with Criminology at Bangor isn’t just about textbooks and lectures — it’s about experiencing the law in action. You’ll get hands-on opportunities to practice real legal skills, supported by small-group classes where lecturers can give personalized guidance. With access to a modern mock courtroom, you can try out courtroom techniques, argue cases, and gain confidence in public speaking and legal research. The program also encourages collaboration through group projects, mooting, and even potential placements, giving you a real taste of what a career in law or criminal justice could look like. On top of this, the close-knit campus community means your peers and lecturers really get to know you, making learning more engaging and supportive.

To give you a clearer idea, here are some of the practical opportunities you’ll have:

Moot Court Sessions: Practice arguing cases in the on-campus mock courtroom, developing advocacy, legal research, writing, and public speaking skills.
Group Projects and Seminars: Engage in discussions on real-world legal and criminological issues, learning to think critically, debate, and reflect on law in society.
Law Library Access: Use specialist collections and law reports for research, helping you produce strong essays, case studies, and prepare for courtroom-style work.
Law Society Activities: Join the Bangor University Law Society to participate in mooting competitions, events, and networking opportunities with like-minded students.
Placements and Internships: Depending on your electives, you may get the chance to experience legal practice or criminal justice work, building professional skills and CV-ready experience before you graduate.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of this programme enjoy strong and varied career outcomes: many go on to work as legal professionals, criminal justice practitioners, or in public‑service and policy roles — while others find opportunities in administration, social services, or business roles that value critical thinking and legal insight. With your combined understanding of law and criminology, you’ll be well positioned to enter roles such as: solicitor or barrister, criminal justice officer / probation officer, legal advisor/consultant, or public‑policy / social justice roles.

With that in mind — here are some of the ways this degree supports your career path:

The university’s graduate‑outcomes tracking shows that many Law graduates from Bangor move into highly skilled employment within 15 months of finishing — a good number becoming legal professionals or working in public‑service and business‑associate roles.
Early-career median earnings for Law graduates are around £24,000–£25,000 (with variation depending on role and location), giving a solid base if you start in legal or public‑service work.
Because of the mixed focus on law and criminology, the degree is versatile — meaning you’re not limited to practising law: you could enter policing, probation, social care or criminal justice agencies, or even combine your degree with consultancy, compliance or advisory roles in business or public administration.
The presence of on‑campus opportunities such as the university’s legal‑practice‑oriented clinics (for example community‑care, employment or family law through real‑life outreach) gives hands‑on experience that helps bridge academic study and real‑world legal/social issues — which enhances employability and gives practical insight into work after graduation.
The dual strength in law and criminology gives your CV an edge: whether you follow up with professional legal training (for a solicitor or barrister route) or pivot into criminal justice / policy / social‑justice fields, your background remains relevant and respected — that long‑term flexibility is a real advantage.

Further Academic Progression:
After finishing your LLB (Hons) with Criminology, you could choose to continue in several ways. You might enrol in postgraduate study, such as an LLM (Master of Laws) — perhaps focusing on criminal law, international law or human rights — to deepen your legal expertise. Alternatively, you could pursue postgraduate programmes in criminology, criminal justice, public policy or social work if you prefer the criminology/social‑justice side. Such paths open up roles in research, policy development, academia, or high‑level advisory and consultancy positions.