Law with Criminology, LLB (Hons), with study abroad

This degree integrates core Criminology concepts with a comprehensive Law curriculum, covering key areas such as Contract Law, Criminal Law, Land Law, Equity and Trusts, EU Law, Tort, and Public Law. Students explore theories of crime, deviance, and criminal justice policy, with opportunities for a third-year study abroad at international institutions to enhance global perspectives, skills, and employability. The program builds a strong foundation for legal careers, including preparation for the Solicitors Qualifying Exams or Bar training.Compulsory modules in the first two years include topics like Victims and Victimology, Penology, and Public Law, while the fourth year offers optional subjects such as Counter-terrorism Law and Human Rights. Assessment methods vary, incorporating exams, essays, client advice letters, blogs, posters, and group tasks to develop research, analytical, and communication skills. Swansea University provides sector-leading facilities, high rankings (e.g., 12th in the UK for Teaching Quality), and excellent graduate outcomes, with 90% in work or study post-graduation. Note that study abroad placements are competitive and not guaranteed.

"Your first and second year of study are made up of compulsory modules covering a range of themes. Compulsory modules are studied by all students on the programme, meaning you are automatically enrolled. Examples of compulsory modules include: • Victims and Victimology • Penology and Punishment • Land Law • Public Law • Criminal Law Your third year will be spent studying abroad at one of our partner institutions. Your fourth year comprises of entirely optional modules from an expansive range of subject areas. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Counter-terrorism Law • Human Rights Law • Negotiations • Homicide: Criminalising Death and Dying • Criminalisation of Sex Your final year will include an optional independent dissertation project. "