LLB Law with Criminology

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Keele University

Program Overview

The LLB Law with Criminology at Keele is ideal if you’re passionate about understanding crime, justice and the legal system from both a legal and social perspective. This degree blends core legal training with criminology insights, giving you a solid grounding in law while exploring what drives crime and how societies respond to it.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
You’ll start with the fundamentals — modules like Legal Essentials, Obligations (covering contract and tort law), and Public Law give you the legal foundation you need. At the same time, you’ll begin criminology-related study, introducing you to key ideas about social systems, crime causes and legal processes in society.

Year 2:
In your second year, you’ll dive deeper with courses like Criminal Law, Real Property (Land Law) or Property Law, and criminology modules that examine crime, punishment, and social policy. You’ll balance legal reasoning with social science perspectives — analysing law, understanding criminal justice structures, and exploring what society does to handle crime.

Year 3:
Your final year brings advanced law topics such as Equity & Trusts, Corporate Law or other optional legal modules, combined with higher-level criminology units that investigate criminal justice policy, rehabilitation, and societal impacts. You’ll also have the opportunity to do independent research or a project that ties together legal theory and criminology practice.

Focus areas: criminal law, public law, property law, criminology, social justice, criminal justice policy, legal research

Learning outcomes: develop a strong grasp of legal principles and criminal justice systems; analyse crime and punishment through both legal and social lenses; apply critical thinking to justice and policy issues; conduct independent research; understand law’s role in society

Professional alignment (accreditation): recognised qualifying law degree in England & Wales — opens the way to professional legal training while adding criminology insight

Reputation (employability strength): graduates are well-equipped for careers in law, criminal justice, public service, social policy or research, offering flexible career options combining law and social justice

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

If you’re looking to really get hands-on with law and criminology, Keele University’s LLB Law with Criminology program is designed to give you exactly that. From day one, you’ll be applying what you learn in practical contexts, using modern facilities and expert guidance to understand how legal principles operate in real-world criminal justice settings. The program encourages interactive learning, allowing you to develop key skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and legal analysis through various practical experiences:

Engaging in group projects and case studies that simulate real legal and criminological scenarios.
Access to Keele’s specialized law library, digital legal databases, and research tools for in-depth study.
Participation in mock trials and advocacy exercises to practice courtroom procedures and legal reasoning.
Opportunities for work placements and internships with local law firms, criminal justice agencies, or community organizations.
Interaction with visiting legal professionals and criminology experts through seminars and workshops.
Use of Keele’s IT platforms and legal software to enhance your digital literacy in law and criminology.

This approach ensures you don’t just learn the theory—you gain the practical skills and confidence to succeed in legal and criminology careers.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating with an LLB in Law with Criminology from Keele University opens up a wide range of exciting career opportunities. You’ll leave with a strong understanding of legal frameworks, criminal behavior, and investigative practices, preparing you for diverse roles in the legal and justice sectors. Whether your goal is to work as a criminal solicitor, probation officer, policy advisor, or crime analyst, this degree equips you with the knowledge and practical skills employers value:

Keele’s Careers and Employability Service provides tailored support, including CV workshops, mock interviews, and placement guidance to help you land your ideal role.
Graduates from this program typically enjoy strong employment outcomes, with many securing professional roles shortly after finishing their studies, and average starting salaries in the legal and criminology sectors are competitive.
Opportunities for networking and professional connections are enhanced through Keele’s partnerships with law firms, local authorities, and criminal justice agencies.
The program’s accreditation ensures your qualification is recognized and respected, supporting long-term career development.
Graduates leave with the expertise to pursue roles directly in law, criminal justice, policy development, or further postgraduate study.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you could continue your studies with a Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) to qualify as a solicitor or barrister, or explore postgraduate options in criminology, criminal justice, or human rights law to deepen your expertise and expand your career opportunities.