Law with Criminology

A Brighton Law with Criminology degree prepares you for a variety of rewarding career paths, including roles in legal practice, policymaking, the justice system and the charity sector.

Our Law with Criminology LLB(Hons) is a qualifying law degree recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board.

Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and opportunities to work in our pro bono Legal Clinic in your final year. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Brighton law graduates go on to work as solicitors, barristers and paralegals as well as taking roles in other areas such as finance, technology and the public sector.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Comprehensive first year – all our law degrees start with the same core modules, giving you a strong understanding of key areas such as legal research skills and courtroom procedures.

• You’ll develop hands-on experience in core areas including mooting, negotiation and client interviews and build transferable skills such as public speaking and critical thinking to help you stand out to future employers.

• Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting. Our students have completed placements at organisations including The Home Office and House of Lords as well as law firms across London and the South East.

• In your final year, you’ll have the opportunity to work on real-life legal cases through our pro bono Legal Clinic.

• Choose from different subject streams and develop your understanding of human rights law, criminal law and practice, commercial law and legal practice.

• Access specialist law databases including the Oxford Law Trove which contains more than 200 law textbooks relevant to our law modules.

• Learn with our highly skilled law and criminology team who bring a wealth of real-world legal experience into the classroom.

• You will be part of our close-knit community and receive personalised guidance and individual academic support.

Why Brighton is a great place to study Law with Criminology
Studying Law with Criminology at Brighton allows you to benefit from a wide network of local law firms, solicitors, barristers and legal advice services right here in the city. With guest lectures, placements and networking opportunities throughout your studies, you’ll gain valuable insights and connections to support your future career.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton is also a bustling hub for finance and technology.