About the course
This course has an applied, practical focus which aims to develop your key skills in preparation for working life. Our Criminology degree was one of the first UK undergraduate degrees in this fascinating subject.
Why choose this course?
- The course is recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board as a Qualifying Law Degree.
- It will enable you to progress on to further legal training to become a solicitor or barrister.
- You will study the complementary disciplines of Law and Criminology with the opportunity to study specialist topics in relation to victims, offenders and specific types of crime.
- The course includes practical mooting experience and the opportunity to take part in national and international mooting competitions.
- You will develop your analytical, evaluative, reasoning, communication and problem-solving abilities through our skills-based modules.
- You will focus on career planning and entrepreneurship to enhance your employability.
- There is the opportunity to study abroad as part of our exciting international summer school programme.
- You will gain a Certificate in Professional Practice by undertaking mini-placements during vacations.
- If you complete your LLB with us and attain a 2.1 or above we will guarantee you a place on our excellent Legal Practice Course.
Nottingham Law School
Nottingham Law School is one of the largest and most highly rated Law schools in the UK, with a reputation for delivering excellence in legal education and scholarship.
Nottingham Law School is based on the University's City site. It's a vibrant place to study, with fantastic facilities and accommodation just a few minutes' walk from everything Nottingham has to offer.
Not only will you study in outstanding lecture theatres and seminar rooms, but the Law School is also investing in a mock courtroom, family courtroom, and four mooting rooms to further enhance our students mooting and advocacy experience.
Contact details
Telephone: +44 (0)115 848 4460
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Please note the following information for applicants
Modules (2012 entry)
In your first and second years you will study three law modules and two criminology modules. In your third year you will study four law modules and two criminology modules.
Year One
- Contract Law with Mooting
- Public Law and Human Rights
- Legal Method
- Two Criminology modules
Year Two
- Land Law and Professional Advice
- Law of Torts with Problem Solving
- European Union Law and Report Writing
- Two Criminology modules
Year Three
- Law of Trusts
- Criminal Law with Mooting Law
- Path to Professional Practice or Independent Law Research Project
- Law option
- Two Criminology modules
There is a choice of criminology options in the final year to reflect your specialist interests. Options include subjects such as:
- Critical Legal Thinking
- Evidence
- Family Law
- Human Rights
- International Criminal Justice
- International Human Rights
- Sexuality and the Law.
Criminology modules will cover areas such as: youth crime, hi-tech crime, victimology, gender and violence.
Please note module options are subject to change.
Assessment
There are diverse assessments, depending upon the module, including:
- Examinations
- Problem based coursework
- Essays
- Legal advocacy (mooting)
- Independent projects
- Case studies
- Reports.
Certificate in Professional Practice
At the end of Year One, you can apply to enrol on the Certificate in Professional Practice. This additional qualification awarded by Nottingham Trent University enables students to further their work-based skills.
For the Certificate you will need to undertake independent mini placements during vacations (amounting to at least ten weeks in total) in order to gain work experience in a professional environment. You will receive an introduction to the Certificate in the first year through the Professional Environment module.
Giving you competitive advantage
In today's competitive job market graduates often find that a degree is no longer enough to attract employers. A work placement is a valuable addition to your education. You'll gain vital real-life work experience that will make you stand out from the crowd and enhance your employability in your chosen field of work.
Work placements and internships
Many students enjoy the challenge of arranging their own work placement or a practical internship which forms part of many of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses. It can give you invaluable insight into applying for a job, undertaking practical and theoretical application tests and experiencing what a real job interview is like.
What are the benefits of a work placement?
Practical work experience has many benefits for you. It can help you in your day-to-day studies and is often paid. It can enhance your commercial awareness and your ability to link theory and practice which will be an invaluable skill in your future career. Although a work placement is highly recommended, obtaining one is based on an individual’s efforts and is not guaranteed.
Entry requirements
Applicants will need 280 UCAS Tariff points minimum achieved from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, excluding General Studies. Five GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English.
When assessing your application we will take into account not only your academic ability but the information provided within your personal statement and reference. These should demonstrate your motivation to do the course and any other relevant information such as work or voluntary experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English will need to achieve IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 560 or iBT TOEFL 83 or to obtain one of these qualifications on applying to Nottingham Trent University. For further information visit the international student website.
For further details of equivalent qualifications please visit the UCAS website.
How to apply
Applications are made through UCAS where you can apply directly online.
