Law and Criminal Justice

Your first year on this fully qualifying law degree will focus on how the uk’s system of government operates. you will also be taught about contract and criminal law and the english and european legal systems. in addition, you will learn key academic skills needed for the study of law including essay writing technique, answering problem questions, citation, referencing and good academic practice. in your second and third years you will have the opportunity to choose your modules, allowing you to tailor your degree to your interests. options range from criminology to penology and social justice.

During this course you will have the option to complete a paid placement year, an invaluable opportunity to put the skills developed during your degree into practice. this insight into the professional world will build on your knowledge in a real-world setting, preparing you to progress onto your chosen career. previous students have taken up placements in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, including some international posts, with leading blue-chip companies such as warner brothers and toyota, as well as stand-alone placements with major law firms, such as shoosmiths and gateleys. our careers programme dmu works can help to hone your professional skills with mock interviews and practice aptitude tests, and an assigned personal tutor will support you throughout your placement.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

Throughout their degree, students can hone their legal skills by engaging with our legal advice centre, which provides advice to businesses, organisations and individuals. this experience also offers the opportunity to claim qualifying work experience to speed your way to qualification as a solicitor. leicester de montfort law school also offers a programme for final year students to work as paid researchers supporting major research projects, providing insight and expertise for those who wish to pursue career in academia or research. recent graduates from our law school have progressed on to successful roles such as legal associate at barratt developments plc, case worker at the ministry of justice, investigation support assistant for leicestershire police, and prosecution manager for arriva rail north.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. De Montfort University has partnerships with the following companies: