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De Montfort University

3 criminal-law courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 94th
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WUSCA ranking: 17th
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Good university with supportive lecturers and a friendly learning environment. The facilities are decent, and there are opportunities for extracurricular activities. Overall, a good place for students who want to focus on their studies.

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University of Chester

3 criminal-law courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 51st
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WUSCA ranking: 3th
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Everyone I have met has been friendly and helpful. There are plenty of societies to join and the student union bar is great for a bit of socialisation on the side. I wish there were more green spaces to sit and quiet areas like the library dotted around. Parking is a bit hit and miss but there's plenty of buses.

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University of Wolverhampton

4 criminal-law courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 77th
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WUSCA ranking: 10th
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The best aspect of my university experience has been the supportive learning environment and access to diverse academic and professional opportunities. The teaching staff are approachable and knowledgeable, and the university provides useful resources that help students develop both academically and professionally. Studying in a diverse community has also helped me grow in confidence and cultural awareness. The most challenging aspect has been balancing academic responsibilities with part-time work and managing living costs, especially as an international student. While support services are available, clearer guidance on financial support, employability opportunities, and tailored support for international students would further improve the overall experience. Overall, the university is a great place to study, and enhanced support in these areas would make the student experience even stronger.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

2 criminal-law courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 45th
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WUSCA ranking: 13th
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Northumbria's sports facilities are fantastic, I love sports central. As a sport lover it is a great place to go, super encouraging at getting students to be involved in sports whether through participating or watching. The psychology department is brilliant, nice big rooms and social spaces for independent study or group chats. Habita is cosy and big, always showing sports, fun music and cheap food and drinks.

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University of Portsmouth

1 criminal-law courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 63rd
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WUSCA ranking: 73th
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i love the facilities at this uni, the library and the teaching is great. there are many places for all types of students ,quiet or not, to go and the nightlife in the city is prety decent. it is quite affordable compared to other universitys close by. the societies are fantastic aswell. the university could improve on certain teaching aspects in the first year to ease us into how very independant it all is

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University of Huddersfield

1 criminal-law courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 66th
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WUSCA ranking: 21th
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The best part if studying at University of Huddersfield is the teacher support for older students like myself. I love the preparation class for styles, referencing and academic reading it’s a great starter for students of all background.

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University of South Wales

6 criminal-law courses WALES
Subject ranking: 37th
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WUSCA ranking: 88th
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It is one of the largest British universities with accreditation of The Institute of Engineering and technology. Also, it has 95% employability rate within 6 months of Graduation with professional qualities and skills. They offer Assistance from Careers and Employability Service during our studies and after our graduation. USW Offers 500+ courses with unique & realistic course modules. Moreover USW’s research and teaching are focused on the global challenges. It is situated in an outstanding part of the UK with city life, mountains, coast and precious campuses. There are cultural diversity stunning beaches and breathtaking countryside. They provide facilities like 15-weeks work project opportunity. Dedicated Mac & PC labs with specialist facilities. Always working with the latest technologies & development tools. Calypto lab, with software licenses & support for the Catapult C toolset, sponsored by Calypto Design Systems Inc. Renesas Embedded Systems Lab includes 25 new high-end terminals running advanced tools. Work on industrial case studies and be involved in ‘live’ mini-projects. All these things make University of Southwales different from others and it stand unique in it’s own way.

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University of Lancashire

4 criminal-law courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 85th
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Best experience is the facilities, and the student centre. Worst experience? I have two: the accommodation office and the actual course. During summer break, I am having a lot of problems trying to find somewhere to stay until September 6th, and they have offered me an extension in the same building where I currently am - on the top floor, and I am disabled, which they know. They five hundred quid for me to stay there for just six weeks - disgusting. Second - the course. I was really enjoying it until the summer placement (Bone Boot Camp). The mornings were fine, as we were talking about the skeleton - I want to go into bioarchaeology and osteoarchaeology when - or if - I graduate. There were too much emphasis on social media, or a 'Social Media Takeover' as it's called. ! And I thought archaeology and anthropology were sciences, not to be taken lightly, but this makes it seem like a joke, and a bad one, at that. It's clear this course is engineered to appeal to much younger students, and not someone nearly 50, as I am. I am good with technology, but I don't think social media should be part of this course, or career. If I wanted to be an influencer, I would be putting dumb videos on YouTube or TikTok. I just can't take it seriously anymore, and all this stress of what's happening right now? I am really thinking about dropping out, because it's not worth the aggravation. I gave up my home, and my job to do this, and it was obviously a sacrifice that I shouldn't have made. UCLAN is great if you're under 35. If not, you're screwed

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Edge Hill University

2 criminal-law courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 36th
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WUSCA ranking: 58th
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The commute links are very convenient as someone who has to travel from peripheries of Manchester .St James campus is very arranged and plentiful spaces and resources for students like myself however I must say there isn’t much of a social aspect example societies or events going on I believe due to it not being Edge Hills main campus However since my course is placement based when we do arrive to campus we naturally socialise and she one another’s experiences .Overall Univeristy social aspect is amazing considering lots of places to go since on Oxford Road Would be nice to have some events or even go to Main campus as a whole

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UCEN Manchester

1 criminal-law courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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I have no bad things to say about university they have been amazing. I know that sounds unrealistic but honestly the university has been amazing to me from the kitchen staff the receptionists and the teachers also my peers. I am enjoying my time here. They are making my learning experience amazing. My lecturers have offered and are helping me achieve my academic goals. The library has a wide range of books and the staff are friendly and very welcoming if a book is not available they will find it for you. The university has given a drive I haven’t had in a long time that I can complete the degree to the best of my abilities and also continue to pursue my goals within my own life. I now feel inspired to pursue a career in teaching something I have never considered before I am loving my experience so far and would recommend anyone to give it a go

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Studying criminal law

Studying criminal law will allow you to specialise in an important area of legal practice, giving you a deep understanding of crime, criminal law and the justice system. Key topics your degree might cover include criminal litigation, the law of evidence, the legal system, legal skills and the penal system, as you look to develop the skills needed to think critically about law and its role in society and learn how to effectively communicate reasoned arguments orally and in writing. Many criminal law courses also include practical experiences, such as work placements, internships or work experience. After graduating, you’ll be able to continue pursuing a legal career as a solicitor or barrister, or you could use the degree as the foundation for a broad range of other careers, including in international relations, education and human resources. 

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