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Law and Criminology - LLB (Hons)

Aberystwyth University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site (Aberystwyth)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The LLB Law and Criminology is perfect for anyone ambitious for a law career in the 21st century. This challenging and stimulating course within the Department of Law and Criminology will introduce you to the basics of Law alongside Criminology modules which introduce theories and debates relating to crime, deviance, victimhood, law, and punishment. You will benefit from the experience and the enthusiasm of our expert staff, many of whom have also practiced as barristers, solicitors, thus providing a practical application to your theoretical studies. On completion of this degree, you will emerge with real-world capabilities, enabling you to shape your future and develop the career you deserve.This twenty-first century LLB Law Degree encompasses a range of traditional and contemporary legal subjects and will deliver the skills and competencies which will make you ‘career-ready’ and to enhance your employability in a legal context.


Why study Law and Criminology at Aberystwyth University?

- It is a practical law degree designed to meet employer needs and taught by experienced legal professionals and academics.- Upon completion, you will be eligible to continue vocational training on the Legal Practice Course (LPC), or the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC).- Successful completion of particular modules will grant you exemption from certain professional examinations.- Taught by professionals who are active for large organisations e.g. GRETA, the Country Side Commission for Wales, the Youth Justice Board, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.- Excellent social and professional opportunities, visits to Law Fairs and Inns of Court in London.- Option to do a work placement module in different areas of law.- Option to study abroad in the second year at one of our many partner universities in Europe, USA, Canada and Australia.- Option to participate in our national and international competing Mooting Society, in order to develop your key advocacy and litigation skills. We also offer a Welsh-medium Mooting competition for students who wish to moot through the medium of Welsh.Your LLB in Law and Criminology opens up a range of exciting opportunities for you. You will be a strong candidate for training to become a barrister or a solicitor.Your LLB in Law offers you the possibility to succeed in many different areas including criminology, financial management, business, human resources, international relations, journalism, and education.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 19,190per year

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

University information

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

  • University League Table

    45th

  • Campus address

    Penglais Campus CN, Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3FL, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    62nd out of 112 9

    62nd out of 101 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    119 51%

    60th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    80th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    84th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    113 54%

    65th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    23rd

    19

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    35th

    19

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