LLB (Hons) Criminal Law
Overview
Join the pursuit of justice
Keen to help the CPS bring criminals to justice? Eager to help innocent people clear their name? Wherever you see your career in criminal law taking you, this qualifying law degree provides a fantastic launchpad. With a solid grounding in all area of criminal law, you’ll be perfectly positioned to take your career in whichever direction you want, thanks to the broad foundation this degree will give you.
Why Law at LSBU?
- Happy students: 1st overall in Law for satisfaction with teaching among London universities (Guardian University League Tables 2020) with an energetic Student Law Society that arranges talks, visits and competitions.
- 1st for graduate prospects for Law among London Modern universities (Sunday Times League Tables 2020) and joint 1st for career prospects in Law amongst UK universities (Guardian University League Tables 2020).
- Expert academics – our teachers are qualified solicitors and barristers, passing on their insights, real-world case expertise and passion for law.
- Outstanding facilities – we’ll equip you with an iPad or tablet, complete online support and access to a personal law e-library worth £6000.
- Work experience – you could volunteer at the County Court Help Desk, with local law firms, or be a Legal Adviser at LSBU’s free drop-in Legal Advice Clinic.
- Alternative route – we’re the only university in London to offer qualification as a legal executive via the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEx) modules on the LLB. Complete the necessary options and you’ll be eligible to become a graduate member of the CILEx.
Modules
All our Qualifying Law Degrees share a common first year, so you’ll find yourself gaining a broad legal understanding from the off. In year two, you’ll begin to specialise, starting with developing your employability. Year three brings with it a focus on independent learning, so expect plenty of project work.
Throughout the course, you’ll be assessed in a number of different ways, each of which has been specially selected as being relevant to the skills you’ll be expected to demonstrate. These include coursework, oral presentation, multiple choice tests, case notes, in-class essays and exams.
Year 1
Semester 1
- Legal skills, legal study, legal system (including foundation)
- Foundations of public law
- Introduction to contract and tort
Semester 2
- Introduction to public and EU law
- Contract law
- Tort law
Year 2
Semester 1
- Working in the law (including foundation)
- Criminal law 1
- EU rights
Semester 2
- Criminal law and the law of criminal evidence
- Property, equity and trusts 1
Plus one option from the below for semester 2 (please note that although most optional modules run, we do not guarantee to run every module each year):
- Comparative law – legal traditions of the world
- Gender, justice and the law
- Medical law and ethics
Year 3
Semester 1
- Property, equity and trusts 2
- Criminal litigation in context
Semester 2
- Land law
Either Semester 1 or 2
- Project (this is a compulsory module which students can choose to complete in either semester 1 or 2)
Plus two optional modules (please note students must complete three modules per semester. Although most optional modules run, we do not guarantee to run every module each year):
Semester 1 options
- Analysis of evidence and proof: the science of proof
Semester 2 options
- Civil litigation
- Civil rights and the state
- EU criminal and migration law
- Law and technology
Entry requirements
- A Level ABB or:
- BTEC National Diploma DDM or:
- Access to HE Diploma with 33D 3M 9P or:
- Equivalent Level 3 qualifications worth 128 UCAS points
- Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
- We welcome qualifications from around the world. English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.0 or Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.
Work experience in a Law firm prior to enrolment is not required. However if you can secure any, it will provide a good entry point and start your self-development connected to Law.