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Law with Criminology
DipHE or LLB Law (Hons) or CertHE
Key facts
UCAS code
M2L6
Start dates
September 2022 / September 2023
Location
Course length
Full time: 3 years
Part time: 6 years
UCAS Tariff Points
104
Overview
Would you like to study for an LLB and examine critical issues facing society today?
On this course, you’ll examine and debate key issues in criminal law, like:
- digital crime and criminology
- misogyny, equality and human rights
- policing, sentencing and the criminal justice system.
You’ll gain a deep understanding of criminal law. This means that you can pursue this area of law in-depth as part of your LLB.
You’ll graduate prepared to start a career in criminal law, in roles like probation officer, policy advisor or public prosecutor. This course also sets you up for ongoing professional training such as the Bar course for Barristers, or preparation courses for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam.
You’ll be part of a close-knit department and have the support of leading academics who are recognised experts in their fields.

How to apply
Wherever possible we make our conditional offers using the UCAS Tariff. The combination of A-level grades listed here would be just one way of achieving the UCAS Tariff points for this course.
Standard offer
UCAS Tariff Points: 104
A Level: BCC
IB Points: 29
BTEC: DMM
Contextual offer
UCAS Tariff Points: 88
A Level: CCD
IB Points: 27
BTEC: MMM
Further offer details
Wherever possible we make our conditional offers using the UCAS Tariff. This combination of A-level grades would be just one way of achieving the UCAS Tariff points for this course.
Applications are also welcomed for consideration from applicants with European qualifications, international qualifications or recognised foundation courses. For advice on eligibility please contact Admissions: admissions@brookes.ac.uk
If you don’t achieve the required tariff points you can apply to join a foundation course or international foundation course to help to reach the required level for entry onto this degree.
Entry requirements
Specific entry requirements
Please also see the University's general entry requirements.
English requirements for visas
If you need a student visa to enter the UK you will need to meet the UK Visas and Immigration minimum language requirements as well as the University's requirements. Find out more about English language requirements.
Pathways courses for international and EU students
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this degree, or if you would like more preparation before you start, you can take an international foundation course. Once you enrol, you will have a guaranteed pathway to this degree if you pass your foundation course with the required grades.
If you only need to meet the language requirements, you can take our pre-sessional English course. You will develop key language and study skills for academic success and you will not need to take an external language test to progress to your degree.
Terms and Conditions of Enrolment
When you accept our offer, you agree to the Terms and Conditions of Enrolment. You should therefore read those conditions before accepting the offer.
Credit transfer
Many of our courses consider applications for entry part-way through the course for students who have credit from previous learning or relevant professional experience.
Find out more about transferring to Brookes. If you'd like to talk through your options, please contact our Admissions team.
Application process
Full time Home (UK) applicants
Apply through UCASPart time Home (UK) applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityInternational applicants
Apply direct to the UniversityFull time international applicants can also apply through UCAS
Tuition fees
Questions about fees?
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Tuition fees
Please note tuition fees for Home students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Tuition fees for International students may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Oxford Brookes University intends to maintain its fees for new and returning Home students at the maximum permitted level.
Financial support and scholarships
Additional costs
Please be aware that some courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees. Specific additional costs for this course, if any, are detailed below.
Learning and assessment
During your studies you will develop a deep understanding of criminal law. You can also expect to investigate the biggest crime-related issues facing our society. Your course will cover topics such as:
- cyber crime
- the globalisation of crime
- immigration
- border controls.
In Year 1 you'll develop a sound understanding of principal areas of law. We will introduce you to a range of key topics related to criminal, contract and public law.
Law and criminology modules in Year 2 are more advanced. They will build and strengthen your knowledge of criminology.
In Year 3 you’ll study a range of topics that will allow further specialisation. You will also have the option of carrying out your own research projects. This will be part of the dissertation and independent study modules.
Throughout your degree, you can take part in extracurricular activities, including:
- mooting competitions
- client interviewing competitions
- Law Society events.

Study modules
Please note: As our courses are reviewed regularly as part of our quality assurance framework, the modules you can choose from may vary from that shown here. The structure of the course may also mean some modules are not available to you.
Learning and teaching
Throughout the course, you’ll learn in different ways. You’ll be supported at every level of the course, with close access to lecturers, small seminar groups and tutorials.
You will learn through a variety of teaching and learning methods including:
- lectures, seminars and workshops
- supervised independent learning
- court visits
- work with a wide range of practical resources.
During your studies, you’ll gain a range of personal and professional skills. These skills will be a springboard for your future career development in a number of industries.
Assessment
Assessment methods used on this course
We use a range of assessment techniques. In some modules, you’ll be assessed through formal exams. In other modules, you may be assessed through coursework, in-class exercises or other means.
Professional accreditation
After you complete your LLB, you can go straight to the vocational stage of training. If you want to be a barrister, you’ll be ready to progress to the Bar course. You’ll also have a strong foundation of law knowledge from which you can move on to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE).
After you graduate
Career prospects
‘This degree awarded to you is supremely valuable. The award is from a university which... commands very considerable respect. A Law degree from Brookes leads us London lawyers to say: well, she or he must be bright as well as knowledgeable’. Lord Wilson of Culworth, Justice of the Supreme Court (2019)
You’ll graduate equipped to step into a wide variety of jobs. You’ll have specialist knowledge in Criminal Law. You’ll graduate fully equipped to progress to the next stage of your career - and ready to take on professional practice courses like the Bar Course for barristers. You’ll also gain a strong foundation of legal knowledge from which you can move on to prepare for the Solicitors’ Qualifying Exam (SQE).
You’ll also be prepared for practitioner careers in Criminology - in areas like prison services, policing and local government.
You’ll have sought-after career skills. You’ll be experienced in legal advocacy and client interviewing. You’ll be a strong communicator, able to effectively influence others. And you’ll be able to think analytically, and solve complex problems.
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