Bachelor in Criminal Law

For Bachelor in Criminal Law, tuition costs 24,296 USD per year, and applications for the Sep 2026 intake close on Aug 31, 2026.

Graduates from this pathway frequently move into legal practice, policy-making, advocacy, and criminal justice reform. By engaging with the complexities of the justice system, you prepare yourself for roles that require analytical precision, ethical judgement, and the ability to interpret complex legislation under pressure.

This course moves beyond simple legal theory, challenging you to apply criminal law to the most contentious real-world scenarios. You will investigate the boundaries of criminal liability, from the complexities of homicide and assault to the nuances of theft and complex defences. Taught by staff with direct experience as solicitors and policy researchers, the module bridges the gap between academic study and professional legal application.

Engaging with Real-Life Legal Dilemmas

The curriculum is built around the critical debates that define modern criminal law. You will explore high-stakes questions, such as:

• The legitimacy of pre-emptive self-defence.
• Criminal liability in cases of medical negligence.
• The legal implications of drug-related fatalities.
• Complexities of consent regarding health status.
• The legal responsibility of secondary participants in gang-related violence.

By the conclusion of this study, you will have developed the core skills necessary to critique existing law and advise on real-life criminal problems with confidence.

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.