Are you looking for a degree that provides a firm foundation in law whilst also developing your understanding of criminal justice, prisons and probation? Law with Criminology LLB at Keele is designed to equip you with a theoretical and practical understanding of crime and its contemporary issues, building key skills in investigation, problem-solving and critical analysis. You will delve into hands-on learning, preparing you for a career in law or related fields.

Course overview

Laws are rules that regulate a society but are also the product of that society. This course brings together two complimentary disciplines of Law and Criminology to provide a theoretical and practical understanding of crime, the influence of law, and contemporary issues in criminal justice.

Pioneers of undergraduate teaching of Criminology in the UK, Keele introduces you to criminological theories to build a clear understanding of crime and investigate contemporary ‘crime problems facing society. You will develop crucial critical analysis skills, investigative qualities, and team working abilities, as well as a strong sense of social responsibility, whether you wish to pursue a career in criminal law or hope to drive social change.

At Keele, you will build a solid foundation in the seven essential areas of legal knowledge: Contract Law, Tort Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, European Law, Land Law, and Equity & Trusts. As you progress through your degree, you can tailor your studies to match your interests, whether in theory or practical applications.

Our civic Law School offers various practical learning opportunities that put future employability at the heart of your degree programme. These opportunities enable you to work with real clients, practice your legal skills whilst supported by qualified solicitors, and offer free legal advice to help individuals carefully navigate the justice system. Our CLOCK (Community Legal Outreach Collaboration Keele) scheme and Legal Advice Clinics offer valuable training, building your confidence, critical thinking skills and ability to communicate with various audiences.

Foundation year

Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year.

This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.

Your future career

95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)

Having a degree in Law with Criminology from Keele will equip you with various skills in communication, critical thinking and problem-solving which all prepare you for employment. Law has relevance to almost every type of organisation and the theoretical and practical skillset that you will develop throughout the programme are diverse and applicable to a range of sectors including policing, probation and criminal law. Whether you wish to pursue a role in the field of law or criminal investigation, you will be able to apply the knowledge and skills you have learned throughout your degree.

Duration of study: 3 years / 4 years with international or placement year