Overview

During the LLB Law with Criminology (Hons) at The University of Lancashire You’ll build a strong foundation in legal principles while exploring how to define, manage and punish crime. Once you graduate, you can train to become a barrister or qualify as a solicitor by taking the Solicitors Qualifying Examinations (SQEs). You'll also be prepared for a variety of careers in law, criminal justice and beyond.

You’ll learn how law and the criminal justice system work in practice through mooting, mediation and negotiation. You'll cover key areas and topics including:

Criminal law, public law and the English legal system

Social, moral and political factors that shape crime and justice

Crime and morality, youth justice, human trafficking and prisons

Theories of crime and deviance

The purpose and impact of punishment

Societal responses to young offenders

How identity and diversity influence experiences within the justice system

What you'll do

Work with organisations like Citizens Advice and the local authority through our Lancashire Law Centre. You'll apply your learning to real legal and social issues.

Shadow a judge at Preston Combined Courts through our judge marshalling scheme. Practise advocacy in our professional moot courtroom.

Study abroad for a year at partner universities in Cyprus, Mauritius, or other locations, gaining an international perspective on law and justice.

Future careers

Potential roles include:

Policing

Probation

Civil service

Local government

CEO or business leader

Teacher

Academic or researcher

Board representative

Accreditation

This course is validated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, the regulatory body for solicitors in England and Wales. It is validated by the Bar Standards Board, which regulates barristers and specialised legal services businesses in England and Wales.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Crime and Morality

Key Approaches in Criminology

English and EU Legal Systems

Criminal Law

Contract Law

Youth Justice

Punishment and the Penal System

Tort Law

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Legal Studies Criminology View 317 other Bachelors in Legal Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

104-112 points at A2

BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM

BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*

Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS Points

International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level Subjects

T Level: M

GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

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Tuition Fees

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18500 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time: £1,630 per 20 credits (UK)

Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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What you'll do

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Programme Structure

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Credits

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