Program Overview

Overview of the Law with Criminology LLB(Hons) Course

The Law with Criminology LLB(Hons) course is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in the field of criminal justice or the legal sector. This comprehensive course provides a well-rounded background in the foundations of law and criminology, enabling students to pursue a wide range of career opportunities.

Course Structure and Duration

• The course is available on a full-time basis, with a duration of 3 years.
• An optional 4-year route includes a placement year, providing students with valuable work experience in the UK or abroad.

Core Modules

The course covers a range of core modules, including:

• Contract Law: Exploring the creation, evolution, and principles of contract law.
• Criminal Law: Acquiring a thorough understanding of the principles of criminal liability and specific offences.
• English Legal System and Method: Introducing the key elements of the English legal system and methods for using legal resources.
• Public Law: Examining the legal rules governing the state, including the UK constitution and the relationship between government and citizens.
• Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice: Exploring the nature of crime, deviancy, and the structures of the criminal justice system.

Optional Modules

In the second year, students can choose from a range of optional modules, including:

• Violent Crime: Examining the nature, variety, and extent of violent crime and its prevention.
• Organised and International Crime: Studying white-collar financial crimes and their impact on the economy.
• Reducing Crime: Exploring strategies for crime reduction and prevention.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from this course can pursue a variety of career paths, including:

• Criminal lawyer
• Criminologist
• Police officer/detective
• Correction officer
• Private investigator

Teaching and Assessment

• On average, 15% of study time is spent with tutors in lectures, seminars, and workshops.
• Assessments vary from essays and exams to reports, case notes, and oral presentations.

Facilities and Resources

• Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built mock courtroom.
• A range of legal databases and journals are available, including Westlaw, Lexis Library, and Heinonline.

Placements

• The course offers an optional one-year work placement after the second year, in the UK or abroad.
• Previous placement providers have included law firms, solicitors, and legal services.

Fees and Finance

• The maximum tuition fee for UK-based students in 2025/26 is £9,535 per year for full-time students.
• Tuition fees cover the cost of study, registration, tuition, supervision, and examinations.

Accreditations and Professional Links

• The University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
• The course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required for a career in law and criminology.