Law School A practical and professionally relevant education for the law and criminal justice professions, providing our students with a much sought-after combination of knowledge and professional skills. Unrivalled facilities As well as being taught by leading academics and experienced professionals, you ll also get to make the most of our excellent law library and our extensive, continually updated online resources. A well-rounded experience We see practical experience as an integral part of learning, and we encourage you to get involved with our local communities, offering them access to legal help. We also aim to offer you an inclusive social experience, with a wide range of law-related events, here and with our partners across London. Well-connected We have excellent links with a wide range of industry professionals through the school s Advisory Board, which comprises judges, legal broadcasters, solicitors and barristers. What s more, many of our expert staff have backgrounds as barristers and solicitors. 44
Courses LLB (Hons) Commercial Law 46 BA (Hons) Criminology 47 BA (Hons) Criminology, Policing and Forensics 48 BA (Hons) Criminology with Law 49 BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology 50 LLB (Hons) Law 51 LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation 52 45
LLB (Hons) Commercial Law The study of commercial law looks at how law is applied to UK, European Union and international business and commercial transactions. On this course, you will gain the knowledge, skills and experience required to pursue a career as a lawyer in this specialist area. LLB (Hons) M221 Recognised by the Bar and the Law Society as a qualifying law degree, this course takes a practical and contextual approach, to ensure that you maintain an awareness of current issues and developments within the field. It provides a solid foundation of the fundamental principles that underpin the English legal system, while specifically focusing on commercial law. Throughout the course, you will be introduced to the commercial environment and the issues facing commercial law in an increasingly global economy. You will study a varied range of modules, including Contract Law, Commercial Law in the Global Economy, and Intellectual Property Law. In the final year, you will be given the opportunity to gain hands on experience at various advice agencies, including the Community Advice Programme (the Law School s Advice Centre). This will give you the opportunity to put your academic studies into context within a practical environment. 300 points normally in a minimum Many of our graduates go on to work as solicitors and barristers; however, there are many other careers that you might consider such as business, industry and administration. Other possible career routes include banks and corporations, Civil Service, Police, Court Service, Immigration Service, Probation Service, Prison Service, local authorities or Social Services. uwl.ac.uk/m221 46
BA (Hons) Criminology On this course, you will gain an understanding of the nature and causes of crime, and how the criminal justice system works in the UK and abroad. You will also have the opportunity to undertake voluntary work within the criminal justice system and allied fields to support your academic studies. BA (Hons) L370 This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of every aspect of criminology, including theoretical explanations of crime causation, the workings of the criminal justice system and corrections both in the UK and abroad, and knowledge of crime and criminal investigation. It is a practical course, which will give you the opportunity to take part in voluntary work associated with the criminal justice sector, if you are not already working in the criminal justice system. This activity will be assessed throughout the course. The course is for those who have an interest in: issues of crime policing and punishment in modern society criminal law and procedure the work of the courts prisons and probation working in criminal justice or associated voluntary agencies. 260 points normally in a minimum On successful completion of this course, you will be in a position to pursue careers in the courts, law enforcement agencies, the Prison Service or the Probation Service. You may also consider a career within private sector companies in the security industry. There is also wide scope for careers in the court system and the administration of justice. uwl.ac.uk/l370 47
BA (Hons) Criminology, Policing and Forensics On this course, you will gain an insight into criminal behaviour and the investigation of crime scenes. You will also have the opportunity to undertake voluntary work within the criminal justice system and allied fields to support your academic studies. BA (Hons) LF34 This course will give you an understanding of the criminal act and the response of the State to it. Throughout the course, you ll look at criminal motivation, the gathering of scientific evidence and the workings of the criminal justice and penal systems. It is a practical course which will give you the opportunity to take part in voluntary work associated with the criminal justice sector, if you are not already working in the criminal justice system. This activity will be assessed over the duration of the course. The course is for those who have an interest in: issues of crime policing and punishment in modern society criminal law and procedure the work of the courts prisons and probation investigating crime scenes working in criminal justice or associated voluntary agencies. 260 points normally in a minimum What our students say Lloyd Odain, final year student The modules available give you a great understanding of criminal law, the criminal justice system and criminological theories. On successful completion of this course, you will be in a position to pursue careers in the courts, law enforcement agencies, the Prison Service or the Probation Service. You may also consider a career within private sector companies in the security industry. There is also wide scope for careers in the court system and the administration of justice. uwl.ac.uk/lf34 48
BA (Hons) Criminology with Law On this course, you will gain an understanding of crime, the courts, corrections and the criminal justice systems in England and Wales. You will also have the opportunity to undertake voluntary work within the criminal justice system and allied fields to support your academic studies. BA (Hons) M2M1 This is a practical course, which will give you the opportunity to take part in voluntary work associated with the criminal justice sector, if you are not already working in the criminal justice system. You will undertake practical work or voluntary work-based modules throughout the duration of the course, giving you contact with and experience of the agencies in the criminal justice system. The course is for students who have an interest in: issues of crime policing and punishment in modern society criminal law and procedure the work of the courts prisons and probation working in criminal justice or associated voluntary agencies. 260 points normally in a minimum On successful completion of this course, you will be in a position to pursue careers in the courts, law enforcement agencies, the Prison Service or the Probation Service. You may also consider a career within private sector companies in the security industry. There is also wide scope for careers in the court system and the administration of justice. uwl.ac.uk/m2m1 49
BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology This course will give you an insight into criminal behaviour, criminal careers and the treatment of offenders. You will also have the opportunity to undertake voluntary work within the criminal justice system and allied fields to support your academic studies. BA (Hons) M2C8 This course is designed to integrate knowledge of criminology and psychology including biological and social learning models of crime. It provides you with a grounding in the analysis of crime, criminal behaviour and the internal processes that influence the decision-making of offenders. This is a practical course, which will give you the opportunity to take part in voluntary work associated with the criminal justice sector. You will undertake practical work or voluntary work-based modules throughout the duration of the course, giving you contact with and experience of the agencies within the criminal justice system. The course is for students who have an interest in: issues of crime policing and punishment in modern society criminal law and procedure the work of the courts psychological accounts of crime issues working in criminal justice or associated voluntary agencies. 260 points normally in a minimum On successful completion of this course, you will be in a position to pursue careers in the courts, law enforcement agencies, the Prison Service or the Probation Service. You may also consider a career within private sector companies in the security industry. There is also wide scope for careers in the court system and the administration of justice. uwl.ac.uk/m2c8 50
LLB (Hons) Law On this course, we will give you the knowledge, skills and experience you will need to pursue a career as a lawyer. Throughout the course there will be opportunities to undertake practical work experience to complement your academic studies. LLB (Hons) M101 Recognised by the Bar and the Law Society as a qualifying law degree, this course takes a practical and contextual approach, to ensure that you maintain an awareness of current issues and developments within the field. It is designed to encourage you to develop skills that are generic as well as legal, to enable you to apply your knowledge in all aspects of your future career. The course offers a varied range of modules including Criminal Law and Process, Professional Legal Skills and Advocacy, and European Union Law. In your final year, you will have the opportunity to choose four optional modules, to allow you to tailor the course to suit your particular areas of legal interest. You will be able to choose from a range of modules currently including Employment Law, Family Law, International Human Rights, Sentencing and Evidence. In the final year, you will be given the opportunity to gain hands on experience at various advice agencies, including the Community Advice Programme (the Law School s Advice Centre). This will give you the opportunity to put your academic studies into context within a practical environment. Our course has successfully received accreditation from the National Association of Licensed Paralegals. We are one of only three UK universities to be granted this exemption, which will allow you to pursue a career as a paralegal. 300 points normally in a minimum What our students say Natalie A Dwomoh, final year student to sum up my experience so far one word would suffice, fantastic. The course is well structured and tailored to meet your expectations, it is well equipped with learning materials and aids to enhance your learning. Many of our graduates go on to work as solicitors and barristers; however, there are many other careers that you might consider such as business, industry and administration. Other possible career routes include banks and corporations, Civil Service, Police, Court Service, Immigration Service, Probation Service, Prison Service, local authorities or Social Services. uwl.ac.uk/m101 51
LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation This course provides a foundation year, to help you develop the foundation knowledge and skills needed to successfully complete our LLB (Hons) Law course. LLB (Hons) four years M100 This is a four year extended degree designed for those who do not meet the requirements for entry onto the first year of the LLB, but who have the potential to succeed if given the extended preparation. The skills required to study for a law degree are varied and challenging, and through this course we aim to lay the groundwork for you to be better prepared to meet the demands of studying our LLB (Hons) Law. In your foundation year, you will be introduced to law making, liability and mooting. These subjects will be supported by modules specifically designed to ensure that you succeed at degree level study including Researching and Presenting Information, Individual and Group Skills, and Critical Approaches to Research and Study in Higher Education. Once you have successfully completed the foundation year, you will progress onto our LLB (Hons) Law course, where you ll study a varied range of modules including Criminal Law and Process, Professional Legal Skills and Advocacy, and European Union Law. In your final year, you will have the opportunity to choose four optional modules, to allow you to tailor the course to suit your particular areas of legal interest. You will be able to choose from a range of modules currently including Employment Law, Family Law, International Human Rights, Sentencing and Evidence. In the final year, you will be given the opportunity to gain hands on experience at various advice agencies, including the Community Advice Programme (the Law School s Advice Centre). This will give you the opportunity to put your academic studies into context within a practical environment. 200 points normally in a minimum Key fact The teaching within Law School is highly rated by our students. In the 2011 National Students Survey, 76% of our students agreed that they were satisfied with the teaching on our law degrees. Many of our graduates go on to work as solicitors and barristers; however, there are many other careers that you might consider such as business, industry and administration. Other possible career routes include banks and corporations, Civil Service, Police, Court Service, Immigration Service, Probation Service, Prison Service, local authorities or Social Services. uwl.ac.uk/m100 52
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