Law With Psychology

Highlights

Study the fundamental areas of law - Public Law, Criminal Law and Contract Law - together with key concepts in psychology to gain a deeper understanding of the human mind and human behaviour. Our internationally renowned program in psychology covers diverse areas, including language, cognition, action, emotion, social behaviour, perception, and both physical and mental health. Benefit from a supportive study environment with easy access to lecturers and classes taught by internationally respected researchers and practising solicitors, a moot court and dedicated law library.

Gain expertise in core legal subjects that satisfy the Bar Standards Board's requirements for barristers and provide essential knowledge for solicitors. Active student Law Society, mooting competitions, field trips to judicial institutions such as the UK and Welsh Parliaments, Supreme Court, and guest speakers, which have included senior judges and prominent academics.

Course overview

Our LLB (Hons) Law with Psychology degree explores two fascinating disciplines which both deal with human behaviour. Psychology seeks to understand and modify our actions, while the purpose of law is to control them. Studying psychology alongside the legal topics required for a qualifying law degree gives you a unique perspective of juvenile, civil and criminal justice systems.

Understanding of the criminal personality could inform crime prevention and punishment, while behavioural psychology can shed insight on common social issues that lead to law-breaking, such as violence or substance abuse. As well as being a ‘stepping stone’ to a future career as a solicitor or barrister, this degree develops practical competencies valued by employers outside the legal profession: research and diagnostic skills, an analytical mind, ability to listen, form sound arguments, read and quickly process complex information. Studying two different subjects simultaneously provides a broader education.

You’ll learn how these two complementary fields overlap and interact with each other, which can ultimately expand your career options on graduation. You will graduate with a Law degree which meets the academic requirements for qualification as a barrister (Bar Standards Board compliant), but also provides essential knowledge for students aspiring to be solicitors. Amongst an attractive array of modules, you can choose vocational subjects tested in the Solicitors’ Qualifying Examinations (SQE) - such as Business Law, Wills and Estates, and Property Practice - providing you with a gateway to professional training to become a solicitor.

As well as the courts service, law commission, solicitors’ firms and barristers’ chambers, our graduates in Law work in local and national government, universities, research institutes, the United Nations, citizens advice, banks, armed forces and emergency services - everywhere from the UK to Africa, US and China. Read more Course options

Placement year

What is the Placement Year? This exciting opportunity allows you to spend a year working with a self-sourced, professional organisation relevant to your studies. You'll typically start between June and September of your second year and finish by the following June or September.

Placements can be UK-based or even overseas. Why choose a Placement Year? Gain practical experience that complements your academic learning Make valuable industry contacts that could open doors for future careers Strengthen your employability by gaining real-world experience.

How does the Placement Year work? With dedicated support from your Academic School and our Careers and Employability Services, you will be fully equipped to find the perfect placement to complement your degree. We will guide you through the process of securing and finalising your placement arrangements.

Is the Placement Year for you? There is no need to decide now. You will have the chance to explore the Placement Year option after starting your…