Criminal Law Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminal Law Bachelor of Law (with Honours) - LLB (Hons)
In choosing to study Aberystwyth University's LLB Criminal Law degree, you will discover a challenging and stimulating course. Our degree is recognised by the Bar Standards Board and the Solicitors Regulation Authority, providing a direct route to the legal profession, and is taught at one of the most well-regarded Law School in Wales.
You will benefit from the experience and enthusiasm of our expert staff, many of whom have also practised as barristers or solicitors, thus providing a practical application to your theoretical studies. You will emerge with r...
In choosing to study Aberystwyth University's LLB Criminal Law degree, you will discover a challenging and stimulating course. Our degree is recognised by the Bar Standards Board and the Solicitors Regulation Authority, providing a direct route to the legal profession, and is taught at one of the most well-regarded Law School in Wales.
You will benefit from the experience and enthusiasm of our expert staff, many of whom have also practised as barristers or solicitors, thus providing a practical application to your theoretical studies. You will emerge with real-world capabilities, enabling you to shape your future and develop the career that you deserve.
From the moment you arrive at the Aberystwyth Law School, we will work with you to build on your skills and experience to enhance your career prospects. During your time with us, you will cover modules such as the Legal System, Criminal Law, Legal Skills, Criminal Justice and the Penal System, with the opportunity to undertake a work experience placement with a large organisation, such as the County Council or NHS Wales.
The Year in Employment placement also known as 'YES' is centred around a year-long placement in a chosen industry by yourself between your second and third year. Aberystwyth University has a dedicated Careers Service that is here to advise, help and mentor you during your time here.
The Law School also offers extracurricular activities. These include a competing Mooting Society where the participants take part in national and international mooting competitions. The department also has a specific Welsh-medium Mooting Society for those who wish to moot in the Welsh language. Students who are part of the Mooting Society develop key advocacy and litigation skills.
We have many successful alumni, around the world. Many of our graduates also succeed in a range of professions, including Criminology, Financial Management, Business, Human Resources, International Relations, Journalism and Education.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A22-F06
Institution Code
A40
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A,B,B
B,C,C
UCAS Tariff
104.0
128.0
Access to HE Diploma
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28.0
30.0
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DMM
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted in lieu of one A-Level, excluding any specified subjects.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |




























































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