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Course summary
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.
Why study this course?
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Make an impact and join one of 30 Pro Bono projects offered at Birmingham Law School, such as our work with Amicus to secure equal access to justice for those facing the death penalty in the USA.
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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.
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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.
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Think globally and study overseas at one of our 200+ partner institutions. Experience an incredible new culture and alternative perspectives on Law.
Top 25 in the UK for Law in the Complete University Guide 2025
Top 25 for Law in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- LLB (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 28/09/2026
Application codes
- Course code:
- M2L6
- Institution code:
- B32
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Application codes
- Course code:
- M2L6
- Institution code:
- B32
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- Date range:
- 2022-2024
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