Gain an insight into the law and crime
The major part of this degree looks at the fundamental position that law holds in society, including the principles, processes and institutions of The English Legal System, Human Rights and the Law of the European Union. In addition, you’ll gain an understanding of crime – its causes, its effect on society and the impact of both crime and punishment.
A head start in the profession
If you successfully complete this BA (Hons) Law with Criminology degree, you will be presented with a qualifying Law Degree, and as such you’re likely to be exempt from the academic stage of legal training by both The Law Society and the General Council of the Bar.
Why study Law and Criminology with ICS?
This is a broad-based degree, giving you a sound preparation for a wide range of careers, and all course materials are designed by law and criminology experts. Your degree is built up by individual modules, so you could achieve your goal step by step – whether you want to do it quickly or take your time.
Plus, recent studies have identified the key attributes sought by employers when recruiting graduates. These include many interpersonal and self-management skills, often ranking above academic merit.
Choosing to study your BA (Hons) Law with Criminology degree by distance learning demonstrates to employers that you not only have the necessary knowledge, skills and understanding, but also that you can manage time effectively, are self-motivated and already have a good work ethic – qualities that will make you stand out from the crowd.
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Is this the right degree for you?
If you can answer yes to the questions below, then you’ll find that studying for a Law with Criminology degree could be the right move for your career.
>Would you like to understand the relationship between law, individuals and society?
>Are you interested in the study of crime – and society’s response to it?
>Can you examine and present facts in a clear and concise manner?
>Do you want to develop skills in legal analysis and reasoning?
>Would you like to have skills that can be used in a large range of careers?
>Do you want to develop research, advocacy and negotiation skills?
Course Structure
One of the main benefits of an ICS course is flexibility. It is your choice how far you wish to take your studies – though we're sure once you see how rewarding learning with ICS can be, you'll be determined to achieve your full Honours degree!
In order to gain a Honours degree, you must successfully complete the equivalent of eighteen modules. Each module is worth 20 credits and there are 120 credits at each level. However, if you decide to graduate early, you can choose from the following awards:
>An Ordinary degree with 300 credits
>A Diploma of Higher Education with 240 credits
>A Certificate of Higher Education with 120 credits
Some modules can also be studied individually as part of your own personal development – and there are a great range of topics to choose from.
In line with the requirements of the Law Society and General Council of the Bar it is crucial that, in order to successfully complete an undergraduate Law Degree, you must have adequate access to a Law Library that contains English Law.
In order to develop your skills even further, there will be two 2-day workshops held throughout your course for certain modules. Please note that workshop fees are additional.
Start your Law with Criminology Degree today - enrol on the first 2 modules here!