Law with Criminology - LLB (Hons)

What causes crime What is the best way to respond to lawbreaking Investigate all sides to criminality in this integrated degree with Birmingham Law School and the Department of Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology. Do you want to practice criminal law or work in the criminal justice system Criminology gives context to legal study, providing you with a critical understanding of law making and breaking. Our Centre for Employability, Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) gives Birmingham students the edge. With our opportunities to build practical skills, confidence and employability, you'll stand out in a competitive jobs market. Bringing together the best of Birmingham Law School and the School of Social Policy, Law with Criminology offers a wide range of specialist modules in Law and Criminology taught by expert academics. With a 100-year history and storied reputation, the Birmingham Law School honours our tradition of legal excellence with global top rankings year after year. Make an impact and join one of 30 Pro Bono projects offered at Birmingham Law School, such as the Birmingham Fraud Clinic. Birmingham Law School students and alumni receive a 20% discount off BARBRI's SQE1 Prep and Extended US Bar Prep (EBAR) courses. Connect to the sector with placement schemes, law fairs, and visits to leading firms. All University of Birmingham law students are members of the Birmingham Law Society, the largest and most diverse Law society outside of London. Pursue your passions and tailor your undergraduate Law degree to suit your interests in your final year with our vast range of optional modules including topics such as Counter Terrorism Law, Advocacy and Employment Law in Practice. Think globally and study overseas at one of our 200 partner institutions. Experience an incredible new culture and alternative perspectives on Law. Gain vital experience with our exceptional work placements, with the likes of the Crown Prosecution Service and St Philips Chambers. 1st in the Russell Group for Law in the National Student Survey 2026 Top 20 for Law in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027 68th in the world QS World Rankings 2027 Additional (Intercalated) Year Options Make the most of Birmingham's connections to industry with a Year in Industry, where you can work alongside the pros and gain invaluable work experience. Get ready for global opportunities and learn a new language (or two) on our Year in Modern Languages, or learn to lead and make a difference on our Year in Civic Leadership. There’s also the option to add a Year Abroad to your degree, which you can spend living and studying with a partner university of your choice (subject to approval).