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BA (Hons) Criminology and Law

University of East London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Criminology and law are a perfect fit, combining a social science approach to crime with an understanding of core legal principles and institutions.

You'll learn about the causes and consequences of crime through a study of the current theories, issues and debates, backed by an understanding of the criminal justice system and its institutions and roles such as the police, courts, prisons and probation service.

You'll explore the inter-relationships between the law, individuals and society, studying how the law fits into the social, political and cultural context of the society we live in.

You should note that this very popular course does not provide an exemption from the academic stage of qualifying as a solicitor or barrister. Please see our LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology if this interests you.

General Eligibility

112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:

  • A Level in at least two subjects

  • BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM

  • BTEC Diploma – D*D*

  • Access to HE Diploma

  • T Levels

  • International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at a Higher Level


We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to one of the above, you should have:

  • GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English

  • GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year
  • Mental Wealth: Introduction to Legal Method

  • Introduction to Key Legal Concepts

  • Legal Communications

  • Introduction to Digital Sociology

  • Crime, Surveillance and Society

  • Globalisation and Society

2 Year 1
  • Mental Wealth: Introduction to Professional Studies

  • Introduction to Crime and Punishment

  • Legal Skills

  • Applied Criminology (Term 1)

  • Criminal Justice Process (Term 2)

  • Public Law

3 Year 2
  • Mental Wealth: The Legal Professional

  • Criminal Law

  • Public Law II: Human Rights Proceedings

  • Crime and Social History

  • Crime Policy into Practice (Term 2)

  • Policing and Society: Critical Perspectives

4 Year 3

CORE MODULES

  • Leadership Skills for Justice (MW) (Term 2)

OPTIONAL MODULES

  • Mental Wealth: Professional Standards & Ethics

  • Clinical Legal Education

  • Company Law

  • Family Law

  • Client Practice

  • Civil & Criminal Litigation

  • Evidence

  • Commercial Law

  • Banking Law

  • Consumer Law

  • Employment Law

  • Corporate Governance & Ethics

  • Human Rights & Equality

  • Law & Medical Ethics

  • Sports Law

  • Criminology Project

  • Psychological Criminology (Term 2)

  • Cybercrime (Term 1)

  • Race, Ethnicity, Crime and Justice (Term 1)

  • Youth Crime, Gangs and Sub-culture

  • Work-based learning (Term 1 and 2)

  • Policing and Criminal Investigation (Term 2)

  • Mentally Disordered Suspects, Defendants and Offenders

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; minimum 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognized equivalent).

Additional Information

This course is available: 1. Part-time, 6 years 2. Degree with foundation year: Full-Time, 4 years

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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