Criminology and Law BA (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
Our Criminology and Law degree brings together two powerful disciplines – the study of crime and justice and the frameworks of law that govern them. You’ll be taught by experienced criminologists and legal scholars who combine real-world expertise with cutting-edge research. On this course you'll: Explore how legal systems respond to crime, social harm and inequality Engage with current debates in human rights, justice reform and policing Learn from academics with practitioner backgrounds in law, criminology and social justice Build confidence through applied, case-based learning and scenario-led teaching Learning takes place through a mix of lectures, seminars, workshops and case-based learning, all designed to build your understanding of how law and criminology intersect in addressing social harm, human rights and justice reform.
You’ll also develop essential research, analysis and advocacy skills through collaborative projects, professional workshops, and guest sessions with practitioners working across government, NGOs and the voluntary sector. You'll develop: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Research methods widely used across criminology and legal professions Communication and advocacy techniques valued in policy, legal and community-focused roles Insight into real-world practice through external speakers and professional engagement Book for an open day
Key highlights
- Combines study of crime and justice with the legal frameworks
- Taught by academics with practitioner backgrounds in law and criminology
- Applied, case-based learning and scenario-led teaching throughout
- Guest sessions with practitioners from government, NGOs and voluntary sector
- Explores human rights, justice reform and policing debates
- Develops research, analysis and advocacy skills through collaborative projects
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D* Access to…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Probation officer
- Police officer
- Policy officer
- Paralegal
- Victim support officer
- Youth justice worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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