Law LLB (Hons)

If you’re looking to really get hands-on with law and criminology, Keele University’s LLB Law 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.

Graduating with an LLB in Law 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.