Law with Criminology LLB (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Huddersfield

Program Overview

This LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology degree at Huddersfield gives you a powerful combination of legal training and a deep understanding of crime, justice, and society. It’s perfect for students who are interested in how laws shape social responses to crime as well as how criminological theories explain criminal behaviour — preparing you for legal, public-policy, or criminal justice careers.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1

In your first year, you develop the fundamentals of both law and criminology. You’ll study English Legal System and Method, which introduces you to how legislation, precedent, and legal argument work, and Contract Law, giving you strong grounding in legal obligations and agreements. On the criminology side, Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice helps you understand the nature of crime, different theories explaining why people offend, and how justice institutions like police, courts, and prisons function.

Year 2

In your second year, the course deepens your legal knowledge and social insight. You’ll take modules like Public Law, where you explore how governments are regulated and how individuals’ rights interact with state power. In criminology, Criminological Explanations examines different perspectives on crime — sociological, psychological, historical — and you’ll discuss how punishment and victimisation are shaped in society. You’ll also choose optional modules that allow you to start tailoring your degree to your interests.

Year 3 (Final Year)

Your final year gives you even more flexibility and specialization. You may pick from optional law modules such as Immigration & Asylum Law, Medical Law & Ethics, Commercial Law, or Human Rights in Practice depending on what matters to you most. On the criminology side, you might study topics like Violent Crime, Organised Crime, or Punishment & the Penal System. This year also lets you complete an Independent Legal Research Project — giving you the chance to explore a legal question or social issue in depth and produce a dissertation of your own.

Focus Areas

“English Legal System, Contract Law, Criminal Law, Public Law, Criminology Theory, Crime Prevention, Punishment Systems, Human Rights, Immigration Law, Legal Research, Social Justice”

Learning Outcomes

“You will gain a strong foundation in legal principles and criminological theory, develop the ability to apply legal rules to real-world criminal justice issues, think critically about law and society, conduct independent research, and communicate your ideas clearly — all while preparing for careers in law, policy, or justice.”

Professional Alignment (Accreditation / Suitability)

This LLB is a qualifying law degree, giving you the academic basis to proceed onto legal professional training. Because it combines criminology, it’s also a great choice for roles in criminal justice, social policy, policing, probation, or legal advisory work.

Reputation (Employability & Institutional Strength)

Huddersfield has strong expertise in both law and social sciences, and this combined degree prepares you with a versatile profile: employers value graduates who understand legal frameworks and the social dynamics of crime. The course’s blend of theory, practical experience, and academic research makes you well‑placed for careers or further study in law, justice, or public service.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The Law with Criminology degree at Huddersfield goes beyond textbooks, giving you real-world legal and criminal justice experience from day one. You’ll get hands-on practice through Huddersfield’s Legal Advice Clinic, mooting competitions, and mentoring with practising legal professionals. The course also gives you access to professional legal databases, a mock courtroom, and practical skills training — all designed to make you ready for work or further study after graduation.

Here’s how the programme helps you gain practical skills and experience:

Legal Advice Clinic: Work on real-life legal cases by interviewing clients, researching issues, drafting advice, and reflecting on your practice, building essential advising and client-handling skills.
Mooting & Competitions: Participate in national and international mooting events to develop advocacy, public speaking, legal argumentation, and teamwork — just like a practising lawyer.
Mock Courtroom: Practice courtroom procedures, presenting cases, and client interaction in Huddersfield’s purpose-built mock courtroom for a realistic legal experience.
Work Placements / Internships: After your second year, take an optional 48-week placement with law firms or criminal justice organisations, gaining real-world experience and valuable professional contacts.
Specialist Legal Resources: Access Westlaw, Lexis Library, and Law Trove eBooks to support your legal research, writing, and understanding of case law.
Professional Mentoring: Be paired with a mentor from the legal profession to gain insight into the career, understand day-to-day practice, and expand your professional network.
Industry Connections: Engage with major legal employers through Huddersfield’s “Partners in Law” scheme, helping to secure placements or potential graduate roles.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Completing the LLB with Criminology from Huddersfield equips you with a strong foundation in law and social science, enabling you to pursue careers both inside the legal profession and within the criminal justice system. Graduates commonly move into roles such as Solicitor, Criminal Justice Policy Officer, Probation Officer, or Legal Analyst, depending on their interests and strengths. Because the degree blends legal training with criminological insight, you’ll be well-placed to work in public policy, government, non‑profits or corporate compliance — as well as access traditional legal training.

The university supports your career preparation in a number of meaningful ways:

Dedicated Careers & Employability Support: Huddersfield’s Careers Service provides tailored advice, job search support, interview prep, and networking opportunities specifically designed for law and social justice students.
Industry Partnerships: The Law School has ties with local and national law firms, criminal justice agencies, and voluntary organisations, creating placement paths and networking chances for students.
Legal Skills Experience: Through Huddersfield’s Legal Advice Clinic, mooting competitions, mock courts, and placements, you gain real legal and justice-related experience that employers value.
Strong Graduate Outcomes: Law graduates from Huddersfield consistently secure meaningful roles in legal services, policy, probation, policing, or community organisations.
Long-Term Value of the Degree: The LLB is a qualifying law degree, meaning it gives you the academic foundation to move into professional training (such as training to become a solicitor or barrister) or to work in crime-related roles where legal knowledge is essential.

Further Academic Progression:
After graduating, you could continue your studies with a Master’s in Law, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Human Rights, or specialize further with research-based programmes like an LLM or PhD. You might also choose to pursue professional legal training, such as the Solicitor’s Qualifying Programme or Bar training, depending on the route you want to take.