LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology at University of Surrey

If you’re fascinated by crime and punishment our Law with Criminology degree will let you explore the psychology of criminals and the workings of the justice system. Understanding the reasons why crimes are committed is key to developing better laws and improving policing and courts practice, as well as education.

Department: Surrey Law School  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027 (UCAS M1M9)  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to proceed to professional legal qualifications as a solicitor or barrister and to engage critically with the principles of law. You will also gain an awareness of current issues in criminology – from debates surrounding criminal justice, to social control and the role of the police. This degree dives into real crime, how society reacts, and how laws are made (and broken!). Year 1 core modules include Crime and Society, Legal Systems, Public Law 1, Introduction to Criminal Justice Systems, Criminal Law, Contract Law, Public Law Ii: Administrative Law, European Union Law: Selected Topics.

Career pathways

These are not only enjoyable and rewarding but will also enhance your employability and introduce you to local and regional solicitors, barristers and other legal professionals. Surrey Law School has close links with Guildford courts, law firms and chambers and collaborates with them in a number of career-development activities.

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