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LLB (Hons) Criminal Law

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

The LLB (Hons) Criminal Law degree at the institution is a fully recognised Qualifying Law Degree, accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board. This course is designed for students who w…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep, Jan
English
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Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 11 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

The LLB (Hons) Criminal Law degree at the institution is a fully recognised Qualifying Law Degree, accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board. This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the legal sector, with a specific focus on criminal law and litigation. Students will explore niche areas of the criminal justice system and develop essential advocacy skills in a purpose-built courtroom. The course is available as a three-year full-time programme or a four-year part-time route. It is ideal for those aspiring to become criminal lawyers, police officers, or professionals within the Crown Prosecution Service. Beyond the criminal justice sector, the degree provides a robust foundation for any area of legal practice. Students benefit from a curriculum that emphasises critical thinking, research, and communication, preparing them for the professional world. With high rankings for teaching quality and student satisfaction, this course offers a supportive and engaging environment for aspiring legal professionals.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Administrative Law15 Credits
Constitutional Law15 Credits
Contract I15 Credits
Criminal Law I15 Credits
English Legal System15 Credits
Land Law I15 Credits
Law of Tort I15 Credits
Legal Method15 Credits

Year 2

Contract Law II15 Credits
Criminal Law II15 Credits
Land Law II15 Credits
Law of Equity and Trusts I15 Credits
Law of Tort II15 Credits
Law of the European Union I15 Credits

Year 3

Civil Law and Practice15 Credits
Criminal Litigation15 Credits
Law of Equity and Trusts II15 Credits
Law of the European Union II15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
11 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 11 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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