London South Bank University

LLB Law Criminal Law Pathway

London South Bank University

Course overview

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.

Entry requirements

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.

Scholarships

  • LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship

    £5,000 discount from headline gross tuition fees for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Sports scholars can receive up to £1500 financial support per annum, as well as assistance in competition travel and entry.

  • The Cambridge Education Group (CEG) Progression Award

    The LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount for the first year of undergraduate or postgraduate taught study.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Success Scholarship

    The Global Success Scholarship is worth up to £4,000 and awarded to international students to provide them a springboard to kickstart their global career at LSBU.

  • The Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Award

    Value: £5,000 tuition fee discount per academic year

    Up to £5,000

  • The Vice Chancellor’s International Merit Award

    £2,000 for each academic year.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

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

Cost of study

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.

Admission

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.

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