Law with Criminology Leeds Beckett University

Overview

This  Law with Criminology course from  Leeds Beckett University  will provide a solid foundation if you aspire to qualify as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.

Law examines the system of rules used by a country or state to regulate society. It's a highly respected, intellectually challenging and popular subject choice. 

Criminology, as the minor component of this course, allows you to examine complex and critical areas of criminology such as: public protection, race and crime, miscarriages of justice, victimology, policing and police powers, domestic abuse and penology. Both topics complement each other on this integrated programme.

As part of this Law with Criminology course from Leeds Beckett University, you’ll:

• Explore the intricacies of the legal systems, rules and practices that govern and regulate society

• Develop your understanding of case law and legislation

• Gain key transferrable analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

• Engage with key criminological concepts, policies and theories relating to crime and deviance

• Cultivate core legal skills, including the ability to communicate fluently using appropriate legal terminology

• Tailor your degree to your interests and future career aspirations, by choosing option modules across both law and criminology

Career opportunities:

By studying this degree, you'll gain an LLB qualification. Following this, you can undertake further training to qualify as a solicitor or barrister. You'll attain the knowledge and understanding to investigate or prosecute criminality, be involved in crime reduction, the courts, or support victims or perpetrators as they navigate the criminal justice system. You might become a:

• Solicitor

• Barrister

• Paralegal

• Legal executive

• Management positions

• Police officer

• Prison officer

You could also find roles in third sector charitable organisations, local authorities, and teaching.You'll have the knowledge and skills to undertake postgraduate study options such as LLM International Business Law, MRes and MPhil. Also the are  opportunities to study for a PhD.