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LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This qualifying law programme provides students with the required range of law options needed as part of qualifying as a Scottish solicitor. By harnessing the University's teaching in criminology it provides an alternative perspective on crime and human behaviour to broaden the student's outlook and understanding of society and what can go wrong. This course will not only give students insights into important issues, but also help in the acquisition of interdisciplinary knowledge and problem solving skills.

Faculty: School of Law and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 provides a fundamental understanding of the purposes and sources of Law and the main elements of the Scottish Legal System, in the context of the UK, the EU and the wider international environment. You will develop and apply key research, written and oral communication skills in addition to other transferable skills. The course will also introduce you to the basics of criminal law and people’s behaviour.

Career pathways

Our Law LLB with Criminology degree opens the door to the legal profession in a variety of contexts. As well as the legal profession, opportunities also exist within: The financial sector, Civil service, Oil and gas, Banking, Corporate consultancy, Global business management, Local government, Trade unions, Charitable organisations.

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Entry requirements

QS/SQA Higher: BBBB to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). GCE A Level: BCC to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H2H3H3 to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). IB Diploma: 28 to include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English) at grade 5. Minimum Entry Requirements The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: QS/SQA Higher: BBC/BCCC to include English or a written subject requiring the use of English Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. Advanced Entry Students with a BA Law and Management degree from Robert Gordon University may enter Law LLB (Hons) course at Year 2 or 3, depending on the stage at which you joined the Law and Management course, allowing two degrees, one of them with Honours, to be obtained within a total of 5 or 6 years. Applicants from Foundation Pathway Providers Entry to year 1 or year 2 may be possible for students who have completed a Foundation Certificate or Foundation Undergraduate Pathway programme, from an approved UK provider, at 60% or above. For courses which require a specific subjects match, such as English or Maths, these would need to provided in addition to the Pathway Programme Certificate or result. Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,570 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time

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