Law LLB with Criminology - LLB

St Mary's University, Twickenham

**Investigate crimes and challenge injustice with our hands-on Law and Criminology degree**Construct arguments, evaluate ethical dilemmas, and make life-changing decisions with our Law and Criminology degree. You will learn to solve and prevent crimes through:- analysing criminals and their motives- assessing current trends- understanding the impacts of crime- evaluating punishment and rehabilitation methods.You will also build detailed and analytical knowledge of the law, covering areas such as:- criminality- human rights- business- the healthcare sector.Our law programmes are Qualifying Law Degrees (QLD). After successfully completing this course, you can become a barrister through the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) or a solicitor through the Solicitor’s Qualification Exam route (SQE).**96%** of St Mary's students are in employment, vocation, or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA, 2024).**Hands-on learning**With our undergraduate law and criminology degree, you will learn through diverse hands-on experiences, such as:- simulated negotiation exercises- moot court- pro bono initiatives.**Learn in Legal London**St Mary’s is only a 30-minute train ride to London’s legal district, so on our law and criminology degree, you’ll have numerous opportunities to visit:- The Supreme Court- Old Bailey- Royal Courts of Justice- The Law Society- Parliament- The Inns of Court. **Real-world experience**You can be part of an active law clinic, where you'll help our local community and:- deal with real cases, building practical work experience- work with large law firms, charities, and other partners- enter the legal field as a competent, experienced professional.You can complete a work placement in the local or wider London area. Previous LLB Law students have worked at:- private and sole practitioner solicitor firms- barristers' chambers- charities- The Youth Justice Board- Kingston Crown Court.**Devoted and experienced lecturers**You will learn from experienced and enthusiastic staff here to support your personal and professional growth. Our student, Sebastian, tells us that our "outstanding lecturers [...] go the extra mile to help students accomplish their goals".Another student, Sophie, explains that St Mary's is "passionate about students being a name not a number" and she "feels as though [she] can speak to the lecturers at any time".**Why St Mary’s?**You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.

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