LLB Law Criminal Law Pathway

The LLB Law (Criminal Law Pathway) at London South Bank University is designed to equip students with a strong understanding of legal concepts, principles and rules in core areas of law, with particular emphasis on criminal law. Students will develop the ability to apply the legal knowledge and skills to both the theory and practice of law, especially within a criminal law setting.

The course is for students who wish to work in the criminal justice sector. It covers the key topics such as criminal law, criminal litigation, and the law of evidence. In their final year, students can complete projects on a criminal justice topic of their choice. They will be able to graduate with a clear and focused statement of their career intentions.

Founded in 1892, London South Bank University (LSBU) is known as one of the top modern universities in London. It has two main campuses: Southwark and Croydon. The university offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for more than 15,000 students. Graduates from LSBU tend to earn higher salaries compared to graduates from other modern universities in London.

According to the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024, LSBU ranks third in the world for its work in reducing inequalities. The university follows the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as a guide for its overall strategy and is dedicated to providing courses and conducting research that focus on sustainable development.

To apply for this course, you will have to submit a personal statement, which should explain your reason for choosing the course and other relevant academic or professional details. You will also need an academic or employer reference. You may choose to upload their CV to show your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to have 120 UCAS tariff points obtained through A-level (or equivalent qualifications).

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your first language, you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 in each part.
• The university also accepts other test scores, such as TOEFL and PTE.

For international students, the tuition fee for the LLB Law (Criminal Law Pathway) at London South Bank University is £16,500 for the 2025-26 academic year.

London South Bank University provides scholarship opportunities for international students. One of them is the Global Success Scholarship, which offers up to £4,000 to assist students in starting their global careers at LSBU.

Additionally, students with exceptional academic performance (at least grades of AAB at UK A-levels or equivalent) can apply for the Vice-Chancellor’s International Merit Award, which provides £2,000 each academic year.

Graduates of LLB Law (Criminal Law Pathway) from London South Bank University can pursue various career roles, including:

• Legal Consultant
• Legal Assistant
• Barrister
• Compliance Analyst
• Corporate Governance Advisor

Students can apply for this course using the university’s online application process and through UCAS. If you need assistance, you can speak with our trained counsellors.