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Law with Criminology - LLB (Hons)

Cardiff University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site - Cardiff

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Law is a subject which can be applied to virtually every aspect of our lives. From the receipt in your pocket to how you are treated in the workplace, to experiences of the criminal justice process, and so much in between. It’s also never been more topical. Whether that’s local, national, or international concerns. Think Brexit or human rights. Think fracking and environmental issues. Think identity fraud and cybercrime. Our Law with Criminology (LLB) programme has been designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of how the legal system is located within a changing social, economic, and political context and how the law – and its application - is shaped by that context. Whereas Law examines the system of rules used by a country or state to regulate its inhabitants, Criminology focuses on criminalisation, victimisation, and social responses to crime and disorder. This makes both topics an ideal pairing for study as an integrated programme. This degree programme gives an opportunity to study both Law and Criminology and so benefit from acquiring interdisciplinary knowledge, perspectives and skills. In addition to the academic skills you’ll develop, and the knowledge you’ll build through our diverse modules, we offer a range of opportunities for professional development and putting your skills into practice. Our pro bono schemes work in partnership with lawyers, charities, and voluntary organisations, helping members of the community with legal matters, completely free of charge. Through these schemes, and working on real cases, you’ll develop skills in client care, legal research, writing and public speaking, and communication in all forms. In Criminology, we draw on wide ranging research-informed teaching to explore sociological, psychological and political approaches to crime and its control. We also offer other placement and work experience opportunities. Past students have undertaken paralegal placements with a range of solicitors, developing key practitioner skills such as case management and legal writing, alongside general workplace and employability skills. With a view on your progression in law, our programme offers the core subjects required by the Bar Standards Board for future barristers and which are also foundational for practice as a solicitor. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need, while optional modules will allow you to develop specialist interests or explore diverse legal topics and sub-fields of Criminology. In addition, you will examine crime, justice and control from a social scientific perspective, applying your knowledge and understanding of criminological research to real world issues and debates.Our commitment to supporting your professional development and aspirations also includes tailored careers support. You’ll have access to advice and guidance which will help inform you about your options and make decisions for your future – whether that’s within the legal field or not. Your skills, experiences and knowledge will be valuable to a range of different careers.


Distinctive Features of the Programme


Expert and respected

We are recognised for our expertise in the field of socio-legal studies, policing, hate crime, digital criminology, financial crime, and white-collar crime.


Award-winning

Our Pro Bono Unit has won numerous awards and provides essential work experience.


Life-changing

Our staff and student-led Innocence Project is the only UK project to have had two convictions overturned at the Court of Appeal.


Connected

You’ll benefit from our close links to Welsh Government, city law firms, courts, and advice centres, and links with South Wales Police and HMPs Cardiff and Parc.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 24,700per year

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

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University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    27th

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University - Cathays Park Campus, Park Place, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3AT, United Kingdom

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Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    24th out of 113 7

    17th out of 103 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    148 68%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    22nd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    101st

    17

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    134 67%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    26th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    67th

    16

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