Law with Criminal Justice LLB (Hons) at Brunel University of London

Our strong industry links, work experience opportunities and specialised Law Careers Advisors will help you turn your passion for law into a rewarding career. The Brunel Law with Criminal Justice LLB gives students the opportunity to earn a law degree with specialist knowledge in the field of criminal law and criminal justice. Alongside the core requirements of a traditional LLB degree, you will develop a strong understanding of substantive criminal law, criminal evidence and procedure, as well as how the criminal justice system, and its key institutions operate in practice.

Faculty: College of Arts, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Social and Political Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The LLB with Criminal Justice consists of both compulsory and optional modules which are designed to give you a full grounding in the English law and criminal justice system. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Academic and Professional Development, the essential elements required to form legally binding contracts, the ‘doctrine of precedent.’, Criminal Law and Criminal Justice System, Public Law and Legal Skills; Year 2: EU Law in its UK Context, Land Law, Law of Tort, Trusts; Year 3: Evidence, Sentencing & Penology.

Career pathways

Our high-quality placements will give you first-hand professional legal experience and a real taste of what life after your studies could be like. You’ll benefit from the guidance of dedicated careers advisors and the expertise of your personal tutor so whether you want to explore your passion for law or already have your dream job in mind, we’ll support you on your career journey.

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