The Law with Criminology LLB at the University of Leicester offers you a comprehensive understanding of both legal frameworks and the societal factors that drive criminal behaviour. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about justice and wish to explore the complexities of law, crime, and societal response. You will delve into core legal principles such as constitutional law, contract law, and criminal law, while simultaneously examining criminological theories, the nature of crime, and the criminal justice system. This dual perspective, grounded in rigorous academic study, prepares you for a dynamic career path where legal expertise meets an understanding of social dynamics.
You will study this Law with Criminology LLB full-time on campus over three years, engaging with a curriculum that balances foundational legal knowledge with in-depth criminological analysis. Your learning will involve exploring modules like Criminal Justice and analysing topics such as punishment and rehabilitation. The syllabus offers opportunities to specialise through optional modules in areas like forensic science and criminal justice, or even to undertake a law dissertation in your final year. You will graduate from the University of Leicester with a robust LLB qualification and the critical thinking, research, and analytical skills essential for careers in law, criminal justice, policy, and related fields.