The Law and Criminal Justice LLB Honours at the University of Westminster is designed for aspiring legal professionals and criminal justice advocates who are driven to understand the complexities of crime, law, and societal justice. You will explore fundamental legal principles and delve into the specific challenges of criminal justice, equipping you with a robust understanding of legal systems, criminal law, and procedure. This course is ideal if you are passionate about social justice, human rights, and wish to develop a critical perspective on how laws are made, applied, and debated in contemporary society.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree, studied over four years, offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core legal subjects alongside specialist criminal justice modules. You will engage in authentic assessments designed to mirror professional practice, participate in mooting and advocacy, and potentially undertake a year abroad or a placement. In your final year, you will complete a significant research project and have the unique opportunity to showcase your learning creatively. You will graduate with a qualifying law degree, prepared for careers in criminal justice sectors, NGOs, government, or further professional legal training such as the Solicitors' Qualifying Exams.