The LLB Hons (Criminal Law) is a fully recognised Qualifying Law Degree which gives you the early opportunity to specialise in aspects of Criminal Law.
This course is especially well suited for those looking to become criminal lawyers, police officers or work within the Crown Prosecution Service. However, you won’t be restricted to this sector, as your degree will be equally valid for any field of legal professional practice.
As well as studying and researching some fascinating and niche areas of the Criminal Justice system – well beyond what you will study in the traditional LLB Foundations of Criminal Law course – you’ll get the opportunity to practise your advocacy skills in our purpose built court room.
Assessment
You’ll be assessed through case studies, essays, examinations, presentations and research projects. These assessments allow you to develop and demonstrate a wide range of skills and knowledge which may be invaluable for further study or career.
Modular structure
The modules listed below are for the academic year 2018/19 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.
Year 1 modules include:
- Contract Law (core, 30 credits)
- Criminal Law (core, 30 credits)
- Law of Tort (core, 30 credits)
- Legal System (core, 30 credits)
- European Union Law (core, 30 credits)
- Property Law (core, 30 credits)
- Public Law (core, 30 credits)
- Creating a Winning Business 1 (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Work Placement for Professional Experience (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Consumer Rights Law (option, 30 credits)
- Employment and Equality Law (option, 30 credits)
- Law of Advocacy and Mooting (option, 15 credits)
- Law of Evidence (option, 15 credits)
- Medical Law (option, 15 credits)
Year 3 modules include:
- Civil Liberties and Human Rights (core, 30 credits)
- Equity and Trusts (core, 30 credits)
- Penal Policy (core, 15 credits)
- Creating a Winning Business 2 (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Dissertation in Criminal Law (alternative core, 30 credits)
- Extended Essay in Criminal Law (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Work Placement for Professional Experience (alternative core, 15 credits)
- Civil Litigation Practice (option, 15 credits)
- Company Law (option, 30 credits)
- Environmental Law (option, 15 credits)
- Family and Child Law (option, 30 credits)
- Immigration and Asylum Law and Tribunals (option, 30 credits)
- Jurisprudence (option, 15 credits)
- Law of International Trade (option, 30 credits)
- Public International Law (option, 30 credits)
After the course
You could go on to train as a solicitor or barrister, after graduating with this LLB course. As well as qualifying you for this next stage of training, this course prepares you for other graduate careers, including roles in business, media, voluntary organisations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
Career management is encouraged through reference to the relevant professional bodies, work experience and careers advice. Guidance and feedback from an individual personal development profile is provided to prepare you for a professional career. Our online vacancy system, Prospects Net illustrates opportunities for part-time, full-time, vacation and voluntary work.
