Law and Criminology LLB (Hons)

The Law and Criminology LLB (Hons) at City, University of London brings together the study of core legal principles with a rich understanding of crime, justice and society. It’s a great choice if you want to explore how the law works in practice while also examining why crime happens and how justice systems respond in the real world.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 – Foundations in Law and Criminology

Your first year sets the stage for everything that follows, giving you a solid grounding in both legal study and criminological thinking. You’ll explore subjects like English Legal System, Principles of Contract Law and Principles of Criminal Law, which help you understand how courts function, how agreements are formed and what defines criminal behaviour. Alongside this, modules such as Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice introduce you to key ideas about crime, society and how justice is delivered.

Year 2 – Building Expertise Across Law and Crime

In your second year, you’ll deepen your understanding of key legal fields while exploring more complex criminological themes. Modules like Principles of EU Law, Principles of Land Law and Principles of Tort Law strengthen your knowledge of how disputes are resolved and how legal rights are protected. At the same time, subjects such as Key Issues in Criminology, Victimology and Penology help you understand the experiences of victims, how society responds to offending and how punishment and rehabilitation fit into modern justice systems.

Year 3 – Specialisation and Advanced Study

Your final year allows you to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals. You’ll study Principles of Equity and Trusts, which introduces flexible remedies that complement common law, and you can choose from a wide range of optional modules — including areas like international criminal law, human rights, technology and society, or labour law. You’ll also have the chance to complete a dissertation or research project, giving you the freedom to explore a legal or criminological topic you’re passionate about.

Focus areas (in a string):

Legal foundations, criminal law, criminological theory, justice systems, tort and contract law, research methods, specialised socio-legal topics.

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Gain strong legal and criminological knowledge, analyse complex issues, construct clear arguments, communicate effectively and apply critical thinking to real-world justice challenges.

Professional alignment (accreditation):

This degree provides the academic grounding expected for legal training while also preparing you for roles across criminal justice, policy work, research and public service.

Reputation (employability rankings):

City, University of London is known for its strong links to the legal profession and its practical, career-focused teaching approach, helping students build the skills employers value.