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Criminology and Law - BA (Hons)

University of East London

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Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Stratford Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

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.This course will give you a good understanding of the law and its place in the criminal justice system.In the first two years, you'll build firm foundations by studying key subjects, like modules that include Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice, the Legal System and Legal Methods, and Criminal Law. In your final year, you'll complete a large, independently researched project on a relevant topic. Plus you'll have a choice of 23 distinctive options to tailor the course to suit your motivations and interests.Teaching methods vary throughout the course but you'll find this variety to be stimulating and challenging. You'll learn through lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, and individual supervision, supported by digital materials, notes, and handbooks. You'll be expected to do your own independent study to build on your learning. University is more demanding than school or college in what it expects from you, so you'll need to be motivated to earn your degree.UEL criminology and law graduates have found work in a wide variety of roles, with some pursuing a career in related fields while others have used the transferable skills they learned to pursue other opportunities.The course has a strong focus on preparing for employment, with a specific employability module in year two geared towards providing you with the best advice on preparing for the job market and applying for jobs.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 14,820per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of East London

University of East London

  • University League Table

    126th

  • Campus address

    University of East London, Docklands Campus, 4-6 University Way, Newham, E16 2RD, England

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One of the few universities in London with on-campus accommodation. Accommodation boasts beautiful waterfront views, and each student gets their own en suite.
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of the University of East London. UEL is home to more than 36,000 students representing over 160 nationalities.
Location. London offers great cultural richness, including world-class museums and art galleries, and career opportunities across all industries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    104th out of 112 4

    88th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    106 45%

    90th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    55.0 55%

    108th

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.35 84%

    5th

    45

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    102 49%

    88th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    50.0 50%

    90th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.06 77%

    59th

    39

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