Law and Criminology LLB (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 65 graduates of Law and Criminology LLB (Hons) and other courses in Sociology at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sociology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Sociology courses of Aberystwyth University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Law
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sociology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
---|---|---|---|
Median salary | £21000 | £19500 | £24000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £22500 | £16500 - £23000 | £19500 - £31500 |
All Law courses of Aberystwyth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Law
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
---|---|---|---|
Median salary | £23480 | £21932 | £26393 |
25-75 percentile range | £20209 - £27631 | £16925 - £27943 | £19875 - £35241 |
All Law courses in the UK
Course Description
The LLB Law and Criminology is perfect for anyone ambitious for a law career in the 21st century. This challenging and stimulating course within the Department of Law and Criminology will introduce you to the basics of Law alongside Criminology modules which introduce theories and debates relating to crime, deviance, victimhood, law, and punishment. You will benefit from the experience and the enthusiasm of our expert staff, many of whom have also practiced as barristers, solicitors, thus providing a practical application to your theoretical studies. On completion of this degree, you will emerge with real-world capabilities, enabling you to shape your future and develop the career you deserve.
This twenty-first century LLB Law Degree encompasses a range of traditional and contemporary legal subjects and will deliver the skills and competencies which will make you ‘career-ready’ and to enhance your employability in a legal context.
Why study Law and Criminology at Aberystwyth University?
- It is a practical law degree designed to meet employer needs and taught by experienced legal professionals and academics.
- Upon completion, you will be eligible to continue vocational training on the Legal Practice Course (LPC), or the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC).
- Successful completion of particular modules will grant you exemption from certain professional examinations.
- Taught by professionals who are active for large organisations e.g. GRETA, the Country Side Commission for Wales, the Youth Justice Board, the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights.
- Excellent social and professional opportunities, visits to Law Fairs and Inns of Court in London.
- Option to do a work placement module in different areas of law.
- Option to study abroad in the second year at one of our many partner universities in Europe, USA, Canada and Australia.
- Option to participate in our national and international competing Mooting Society, in order to develop your key advocacy and litigation skills. We also offer a Welsh-medium Mooting competition for students who wish to moot through the medium of Welsh.
Your LLB in Law and Criminology opens up a range of exciting opportunities for you. You will be a strong candidate for training to become a barrister or a solicitor.
Your LLB in Law offers you the possibility to succeed in many different areas including criminology, financial management, business, human resources, international relations, journalism, and education.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Sociology courses of Aberystwyth University
Current jobs
All courses of Aberystwyth University
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Sociology courses of Aberystwyth University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Law and Criminology LLB (Hons) at Aberystwyth University
15% | Teaching Professionals |
15% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
10% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
5% | Caring personal services |
5% | Media Professionals |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sociology
All Sociology courses of Aberystwyth University
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements, and all qualifications that you have already gained, or are working towards, will be considered when reviewing your application. We have an inclusive policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications. The entry requirements listed above represent typical offers for some of the most popular qualifications taken by applicants. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have previously studied) please contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office (Telephone: +44 (0)1970 622021; Email: [email protected]) for advice on your eligibility and details of the typical offer you are likely to receive.
Costs
Tuition Fees Law and Criminology LLB (Hons)
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
---|---|---|
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £16520 | year 1 |
International | £16520 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Aberystwyth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Aberystwyth University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
-
-
- #3
- #401
-
- Social Sciences
-
THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
-
-
- #5
- #55
-
- Sociology
-
CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 25 university rankings of Aberystwyth University
About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.
List of 383 Bachelor and Master Courses from Aberystwyth University - Course Catalogue
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Conservation Biology and Criminology (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology with Law BA (Hons) | The University of Winchester | 65% | 6% | 10% | £9250 | £16700 | 120 | Winchester | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 73% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 64% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £19500 | 160 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Law with Criminology LLB (Hons) | University of Huddersfield | 69% | 9% | 20% | £9250 | £16500 | 130 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time | |
Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons) | Birmingham City University | 79% | 5% | 16% | £9250 | £16085 | 135 | Birmingham | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and English Language BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 73% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £12500 | 118 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 100% | 0% | 0% | £9000 | £16520 | 124 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology with Law (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | Teesside University | - | 5% | 20% | £9250 | £15000 | 125 | Middlesbrough | On campus Full-time | |
Business and Management and Criminology BA/BSc (Hons) | Bath Spa University | 80% | 0% | 12% | £9250 | £15750 | 118 | Bath | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)