Law with Criminology
LLB(Hons)

Course summary and entry requirements

Course duration
Full-time: 3 years
Sandwich: 4 years

UCAS code M6L1

Professional accreditation
This degree is recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board. It is a Qualifying Law Degree which means that all graduates will have completed the academic stage of training for entry into the legal profession.

About the course

This exciting new course provides an excellent foundation for a career in the legal profession and the criminal justice system. You will study the core modules required to obtain a Qualifying Law Degree, while at the same time undertaking study in the closely related field of criminology.
The course takes a theoretical and critical approach to law and criminology, but also fosters an applied, practical focus which aims to develop your skills in preparation for working life.
The combination of law and criminology gives you a wide choice of career opportunities. The course not only lends itself to career options within the legal field (eg barrister, solicitor, legal executive, paralegal), but also opens up a pathway for those interested in social engagement in public sector/non-profit organizations where a knowledge of criminology is useful.
You will have the opportunity to undertake a paid work placement during Year 3. Placements significantly add to your CV and many students return to university for their final year with firm job offers.
Brighton Business School has strong links with the local legal profession. You will benefit from guest lectures by local practitioners and judges, as well as sponsorship and prize giving opportunities.

Typical entry requirements

The entry requirements listed here are for students starting their course in 2013. Individual offers may vary
A-levels:
ABB. Applicants with only two full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis. Excludes General Studies.
ND/C (Level 3):
DDM.
International Baccalaureate:
34 points, including 16 at Higher level.
QAA-approved access course:
acceptable, subject-specific units.
GCSE (minimum grade C):
at least three subjects including English language and mathematics.
Foundation degree/HND
direct entry to year 2 may be possible with relevant subjects. HNC may also count towards direct entry..
For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 6.0, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.
Course content

Course structure

The course is delivered through seminars, lectures, workshops and tutorials. A wide range of legal resources are available online 24-hours a day though the University's virtual learning environment. Assessment is through coursework assignments and exams.
You will have the opportunity to undertake a paid work placement during year 3. Placements significantly add to your CV and many students return to university for their final year with firm job offers. Placement organisations include the Home Office, House of Lords, Acumen Business Law, Alfred James & Co Solicitors, Devonshires Solicitors and Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors.
The Mooting module will help develop your advocacy skills in a mock courtroom. You will also have the opportunity to take part in national mooting competitions.

Syllabus

Year 1
- Public Law
- Law of Torts
- Law in Action
- Introduction to Criminal Justice Studies
- Theories of Crime
Year 2
- Criminal Law
- Law of Contract
- European Union Law
- Criminologies of Crime Control
- Critical Perspectives on Criminal Justice
- Law in Practice: Moot
Optional work placement year
Final year
- Equity and Trusts
- Land Law
- Legal Research Project
Choose three options from a wide range, including:
- Critical Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Contemporary Studies in Crime and Justice
- Cross-Cultural Criminology
- Global Harm
This course is subject to validation. Syllabus is indicative and may change.
Fees and costs

The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2012-13. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.

The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.

What's included in the fee?

When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.

You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.

Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.

LLB(Hons) Law with Criminology [J1EL002]

UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP
International (Full Time) 10,500 GBP
Location

Location Moulsecoomb

Located to the north of Brighton city centre, the Moulsecoomb campus offers students an excellent learning environment and a wide range of facilities. It is the largest of our five campuses with over 8,000 students.
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Living in Brighton
Brighton’s rich mix of historic architecture, lively arts scene, varied shopping and cosmopolitan community make it a vibrant, enjoyable place to live. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.
Social scene
Alongside the traditional seaside attractions, Brighton is famed for its exciting social scene with a wide choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants.
Arts
The highlight of the city’s cultural year is the Brighton Festival. The event is held each May and is England’s biggest arts festival, which showcases arts and performance from around the world. Brighton is also home to the UK’s oldest working cinema, the Duke of York’s, which shows alternative and mainstream films. The city is also well known for its exciting music scene and hosts The Great Escape music festival.
Sports
Whether you take your sport seriously or just want to keep fit, Brighton offers all kinds of sports opportunities and facilities, on and off campus. You can also make the most of the location, and play volleyball, basketball and windsurfing down by the beach. The seafront is also the finishing point for the famous London – Brighton bicycle ride and the quirky veteran car run.
Staff profiles

Lucy Jones - Course Leader

Lucy is a principal lecturer in law and the course leader for Law with Criminology LLB(Hons).

She qualified as a solicitor in 1980 and practised in Local Government and private practise before joining the academic field in 1991. She has lectured and tutored at the University of Sussex and the Open University.

Lucy has extensive experience in teaching and supervising students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Her teaching and research interests include corporate crime, public law, human rights and business law.

Greta Squire - Lecturer

Greta is a lecturer in criminology, with a particular interest in domestic violence, partnership working, alcohol-related violence and religion in public policy.

She teaches on a number of courses, focusing on research methods, victims and victimology, and criminological theory.
Career opportunities

The combination of law and criminology gives you a wide choice of career opportunities. You may continue your training to qualify as a solicitor or barrister or choose to pursue alternative graduate opportunities both in private or public sector organisations.
As this is a Qualifying Law Degree you will be able to progress directly to the vocational stage of training: the Legal Practice Course for students wishing to become solicitors or the Bar Professional Training Course for students wishing to become barristers.
The criminology focus provides an ideal basis for graduates who wish to develop careers in areas such as probation, policing, the prison service, youth work, voluntary organisations and central and local government.

Visit the careers service website.
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Student Law Society

A very active and vibrant Student Law Society has been established by Brighton law students, supported by the University's Student Union, with a membership of over 150 students.

Educational events have included visits to Lewes Crown Court, Brighton magistrates court, the Houses of Parliament, and national law fairs. Social events have included: paintballing, go-karting, surfing, themed social nights, a Christmas Ball at the Brighton Hilton Metropole, and a trip with law students from other universities, to Amsterdam.

Student Mooting Society

The objective of mooting competitions is to develop the research and advocacy skills of future practitioners. Students argue both sides of a fictitious legal case in a court room setting in front of a panel of judges.

The Mooting Society has a fast growing membership of over 120 students. The Society provides workshops, guest speakers, socials, trips and competitions to help build members' confidence and adversarial skills that are increasingly essential in any career path in the legal sector.

Why study at Brighton Business School?

Graduate with experience, ready for your career. You will have the opportunity to apply for a paid work placement year. Work placements significantly add to your CV and many students return for their final year with firm job offers.

Benefit from excellent teaching and learning support. We have 40 years' experience of running courses. You will be allocated a personal tutor who will help support and guide you through your first year.

Enjoy 21st century facilities. You will have access to a range of online legal research services, such as Westlaw, Lawtel, Lexis Nexis Butterworths and HeinOnline. These online resources can be accessed whether on or off campus. We also have an outstanding library which houses the tools of the lawyers' trade: primary sources of law such as statutes and cases, and secondary sources such as books, periodicals and journals.

Gain the knowledge and the skills that industry want. Our partners in industry and the professions contribute to course development and teaching.

Be part of an institution that is innovative and relevant. The Research Assessment Exercise (2008) ranked us in the top 15 UK business schools in terms of world-leading research outputs.

Live and study in an outstanding location. Brighton is a city with an extremely lively cultural and social life. It is no wonder that many Brighton graduates choose to stay here.

More reasons to study at Brighton Business School

International students

English law degrees are recognised as satisfying part of the academic requirements for professional practice in many countries throughout the world. This is because the English legal system of Common Law is the basis of many countries' legal systems. It should be noted, however, that the majority of these countries will require training in addition to the LLB in order to practise law. If you intend to practise overseas you should contact your local Legal Professional Body.

As an international student, you will be supported from the moment you start with us. This includes:
- a free orientation programme
- a free pickup from Heathrow or Gatwick airport
- free English language tuition (throughout your first year)
- guaranteed accommodation in your first year
- a range of scholarships and bursaries
- a team of support staff to assist you, including a personal tutor.

More details on support for international students

Your level of English

The level of English you need depends on the course. The details are included in the course information, but for more general information read our information on English language requirements.

However, we provide a number of ways to improve your English before you start your course, and free English language support you while you are studying.

Meeting entry requirements

We can help you meet our academic entry requirements if your qualifications are not the correct level to study at university in the UK. The preparation courses at the University of Brighton’s International College have been specially designed to help international students to progress to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course at the university.

More about our university preparation courses