LLB (Hons) with Criminology

This degree is ideal for students who are curious about law and want to understand the social and psychological factors behind criminal behaviour. Over three years, you’ll combine core legal studies with criminology, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the justice system, criminal law, and the factors that influence crime, preparing you for careers in law, policing, or criminal justice.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In the first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in law and criminology. Law modules like Introduction to Law and Contract Law introduce legal systems and core principles, while criminology modules such as Introduction to Criminology and Crime and Society explore the causes, types, and impacts of crime. This combination helps you develop analytical and research skills that are essential for legal and criminological work.

Year 2

The second year focuses on deeper study and application. Law modules such as Criminal Law and Public Law expand your understanding of legal reasoning and statutory frameworks, while criminology modules like Criminal Justice and Deviance and Social Control explore the processes of law enforcement, rehabilitation, and societal responses to crime. You’ll start to see how legal and criminological perspectives intersect in real-world scenarios.

Year 3

In the final year, you’ll refine your expertise and undertake independent research. Law modules such as Employment Law or Property Law develop advanced legal skills, while criminology modules like Criminological Research Methods or Policing and Society allow you to analyse criminal behaviour, justice policies, and their effectiveness. This prepares you for professional roles in law, criminal justice, or further postgraduate study.

Focus areas: “Criminal law, public law, contract law, criminology, criminal justice, social control, policing, legal research, criminological research methods.”

Learning outcomes: “Ability to apply legal and criminological principles to real-world situations; strong analytical, research, and critical-thinking skills; understanding of crime, justice systems, and legal frameworks; preparedness for careers in law, policing, criminal justice, or further study.”

Professional alignment (accreditation): Law modules cover foundational legal knowledge essential for further legal training, while criminology modules provide applied understanding relevant to policing, public sector, and criminal justice roles.

Reputation (employability potential): Graduates are equipped with a combination of legal and criminological skills that make them attractive to employers in law, criminal justice, public services, and policy roles, offering versatile career opportunities.