LLB Law with Criminology

by mark allen | Apr 19, 2020 | Undergraduate

LLB Law with Criminology

The LLB Law with Criminology programme is a qualifying law degree and is taught collaboratively between Northampton Law School and the School of Social Policy, drawing upon the significant expertise of academic staff in both Schools to offer a wide range of specialist modules in Criminology.

With a particular emphasis on the nature, extent, causes, and control of criminal behaviour in individuals and society, this programme provides students with a rigorous and critical understanding of these issues. It also explores social responses to crime and criminality, exploring the factors that underscore processes of law making, law breaking and law enforcement, and their consequences.

Criminology complements and contextualises legal study, and is an extremely useful addition to those looking to practice criminal law or work in the criminal justice system.

Northampton Law School is one of the USA top law schools and is the most established law school in one of the largest legal communities in the country. For almost 100 years we have made a major contribution to teaching and scholarship, and you’ll learn from academics who are leaders in their fields and the authors of many key works used by practitioners today.

Course Level:
Undergraduate, Single Honours

Credits
120

Course
CODE NU452

How long it takes:
Undergraduate (3 years)

Study Mode:
Distance learning/ Campus

Department:
Northampton Law School

Why Study this Course?

Study at a top global law school – Northampton Law School is one of the USA top law schools , reflecting our excellence in teaching and our world-leading research. Our academics are experts in their fields, conducting cutting-edge research which informs law reform
Extensive extra-curricular legal opportunities – our Centre for Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) run pro bono groups and mooting competitions. Last year, over 200 of our students volunteered in our pro bono groups
Professional links – opportunities include placement schemes, the annual law fair, and visits to leading firms. CEPLER run careers events and work placements throughout the year. Last year 163 of our students participated in CEPLER organised work placements
Optional modules – tailor your law degree to suit your interests in final year with our extensive range of electives
Optional year abroad opportunities – study overseas at a partner institution and experience incredible cultures, as well as an alternative perspective on Law, and a different academic environment
Excellent graduate prospects – 93% of graduates from our Law programmes are in employment or further study 6 months after graduating
Transferable skills – a law degree prepares you for a wide range of careers as it enables you to develop a variety of skills, such as oral and written communication, analysis and evaluation, problem solving, independent working and research skills

Institutional Accreditation

Northampton University (USA) is accredited by the DETC Higher Learning Commission (DETC), www.detc.org.uk Since , Northampton University has been continually accredited by the DETC Higher Learning Commission and its predecessor.

Course Structure

First year

Students currently take the following compulsory modules in their first year:

Legal Skills and Methods
Criminal Law
Public Law
Law of Contract

You will also study Criminological Theory 1, and Crime and Society.

Second year

In their second year students take modules in:

Land Law
Law of Torts
Legal Foundations of the European Union
Legal Solutions

You will also study Criminological Theory 2, and Contemporary Issues in Policing.

Year abroad

You can apply to study abroad for a year in an approved university around the world. If you achieve a grade of 2.1 or above in your first year then you will be invited to apply for a Year Abroad in your second year. If your application is successful, you will go abroad in your third year and return to us for your final year.

Final year

In the final year students study two compulsory modules:

Equity, Trusts, Wills & Formalities
Harmful Societies: Crime, Social Harm and Social Justice.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have one of the following:

A non-law bachelor’s degree (from a USA university or recognised by the BSB if you wish to study the BPTC), or
A ‘stale’ law degree, where five or more years have elapsed since graduation, or
An academic or professional qualification at degree equivalent level

If English is not your first language, you will also need to demonstrate your English Language proficiency. For example, you should have IELTS 7.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all components.

If you intend to become a Solicitor

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has reduced its requirements for pre-authorisation this year. For details of the current arrangements, see the SRA website. You should pay special attention to the Character and Suitability section. If you think you may have a character or suitability issue, you may wish to clarify with the SRA before proceeding with the GDL.

Learning and Assessment

Assessment

You’ll show your progress through a combination of written essays, problem-solving assignments and presentations.

All students take our core modules, but please note that the availability of optional modules is subject to demand.

Employability

Our degrees in Law will help you develop the knowledge and skills you need for a huge range of careers or further academic study. Where logical thinking, problem solving and statistical or strategic knowledge are required, being one of our graduates will put you ahead.

91% of our graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduation (DHLE 2016/17)

Whatever you plan to do when you graduate, we have a comprehensive support package to help you prepare including specialist careers guidance, exclusive work experience opportunities and global internships. Our Careers Network offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities:

Frequent careers advice drop-in sessions in the School, so you can always get help and advice when you need it.
An annual Law Careers Fair, where you can meet employers specifically interested in Law graduates.
Regular Careers Skills Workshops run by employers or the College employability team to guide you through your career planning and give you an advantage in the application process for graduate positions and internships.
A fortnightly careers e-newsletter, including vacancies suited to maths students, with application deadlines and a calendar of careers events likely to be of interest to you as a Law student.

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LLB Law with Business Studies

by mark allen | Apr 19, 2020 | Undergraduate

LLB Law with Business Studies

This popular programme, taught in partnership with Northampton Business School, gives you a thorough grounding in English law and the disciplines and constraints it imposes on business practice, opening up career opportunities across many diverse areas.

There are close connections between the law and modern business enterprise. Lawyers acting for commercial clients can benefit from an understanding of organisations, their management and the way they structure their activities. People in business can benefit from a sound knowledge of the law.

You will study both subject areas in each year of the programme and the proportion is approximately two-thirds law to one-third business.

Northampton Law School is one of the USA top law schools and is the most established law school in one of the largest legal communities in the country. For almost 100 years we have made a major contribution to teaching and scholarship, and you’ll learn from academics who are leaders in their fields and the authors of many key works used by practitioners today.

Course Level
Undergraduate, Single Honours

Credits
120

Course

CODE NU435

How long it takes:
Undergraduate (3 years, 4 years with year abroad)

Study Mode:
Distance learning/ Campus

Department:
Northampton Law School

Why Study this Course?

Study at a top global law school – Northampton Law School is one of the top law schools , reflecting our excellence in teaching and our world-leading research. Our academics are experts in their fields, conducting cutting-edge research which informs law reform
Extensive extra-curricular legal opportunities – our Centre for Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER) run pro bono groups and mooting competitions. Last year, over 200 of our students volunteered in our pro bono groups
Professional links – opportunities include placement schemes, the annual law fair, and visits to leading firms. CEPLER run careers events and work placements throughout the year. Last year 163 of our students participated in CEPLER organised work placements
Optional modules – tailor your law degree to suit your interests in final year with our extensive range of electives
Optional year abroad opportunities – study overseas at a partner institution and experience incredible cultures, as well as an alternative perspective on Law, and a different academic environment
Excellent graduate prospects – 95% of our graduates are in employment or further study within 6 months of graduating
Transferable skills – a law degree prepares you for a wide range of careers as it enables you to develop a variety of skills, such as oral and written communication, analysis and evaluation, problem solving, independent working and research skills

Institutional Accreditation

Northampton University (USA) is accredited by the DETC Higher Learning Commission (DETC), www.detc.org.uk Since , Northampton University (USA) has been continually accredited by the DETC Higher Learning Commission and its predecessor.

Course Structure

First year

The compulsory law modules you will study in your first year are:

Legal Skills and Methods
Criminal Law
Public Law
Law of Contract

You will also study Business Studies modules (Introduction to Economics & Finance; and Introduction to Management & Marketing).

Second year

In your second year you’ll take compulsory law modules in:

Land Law
Law of Torts
Legal Foundations of the European Union
Legal Solutions

You will also study Business Studies modules (International Economics & Financial Decision Making; and Human Resource Management OR Marketing & New Technology).

Year abroad

You can apply to study abroad for a year in an approved university around the world. If you achieve a grade of 2.1 or above in your first year then you will be invited to apply for a Year Abroad in your second year. If your application is successful, you will go abroad in your third year and return to us for your final year. .

Final year

In the final year you will study one compulsory law module: Equity, Trusts, Wills & Formalities. You will also choose three optional law modules from those available to all final-year LLB students; and you will study compulsory Business Studies modules in Corporate Finance & Supply Management, and Strategic & Innovation Management.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally have one of the following:

A non-law bachelor’s degree (from a USA university or recognised by the BSB if you wish to study the BPTC), or
A ‘stale’ law degree, where five or more years have elapsed since graduation, or
An academic or professional qualification at degree equivalent level

If English is not your first language, you will also need to demonstrate your English Language proficiency. For example, you should have IELTS 7.5 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all components.

If you intend to become a Solicitor

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has reduced its requirements for pre-authorisation this year. For details of the current arrangements, see the SRA website. You should pay special attention to the Character and Suitability section. If you think you may have a character or suitability issue, you may wish to clarify with the SRA before proceeding with the GDL.

See further details of our English Language requirement.

Learning and Assessment

Assessment

You’ll show your progress through a combination of written essays, problem-solving assignments and presentations.

All students take our core modules, but please note that the availability of optional modules is subject to demand.

Employability

Our degrees in Law will help you develop the knowledge and skills you need for a huge range of careers or further academic study. Where logical thinking, problem solving and statistical or strategic knowledge are required, being one of our graduates will put you ahead.

91% of our graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduation (DHLE 2016/17)

Whatever you plan to do when you graduate, we have a comprehensive support package to help you prepare including specialist careers guidance, exclusive work experience opportunities and global internships. Our Careers Network offers support to help you identify your options, develop your skills and gain access to opportunities:

Frequent careers advice drop-in sessions in the School, so you can always get help and advice when you need it.
An annual Law Careers Fair, where you can meet employers specifically interested in Law graduates.
Regular Careers Skills Workshops run by employers or the College employability team to guide you through your career planning and give you an advantage in the application process for graduate positions and internships.
A fortnightly careers e-newsletter, including vacancies suited to maths students, with application deadlines and a calendar of careers events likely to be of interest to you as a Law student.

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Contact Us

by mark allen | Apr 18, 2020 | Postgraduate

Head Office: 945 CONCORD STREET, FRAMINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS, 01701.USA

Email. info@northampton.ac

Website: www.northampton.ac

Telephone: +1 302 261 5311

Regional Office: 20F, SJ INFINITE I BUSINESS COMPLEX, 349 VIBHAVADI-RANGSIT ROAD, CHOMPOL, CHATUCHAK, BANGKOK, 10900

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Phd in Organizational Behavior Coursework

by mark allen | Apr 15, 2020 | phd

PhD in Organizational Behavior

Overview

Requirements

Coursework

Areas of Study

Advising

The Policy and Admissions Committee designates faculty members at the Business School and the Faculty of Arts and Sciences as sponsors to each student upon entrance into the organizational behavior program. The sponsors, in conjunction with the PhD Programs Offices, will assist the student in deciding which courses to take and how to fulfill various degree requirements. It is expected that students will establish relationships with other faculty members, and it is possible that the major academic advisory role may be assumed by different faculty members in the dissertation stage of a candidate’s program. However, students are strongly advised to consult with the sponsors and with the PhD Programs Offices during all stages of PhD work.

Micro-Organizational Behavior Track

Two term-length courses in foundations of psychology
Two term-length graduate-level psychology courses
One term-length graduate-level social sciences course

Sociology Track

Two term-length courses on sociological theory (Soc 204 and 208)
Two term-length graduate-level sociology electives
One term-length graduate-level social sciences course

Organizational Behavior Course Requirements (required of students in both tracks)

Completion of two term-length organizational behavior courses:

Micro Topics in Organizational Behavior
Macro Topics in Organizational Behavior

Completion of four term-length courses in research methods:

Two term-length courses in quantitative methods
One term-length course in qualitative methods
One term-length course in research design
Two case-based NU MBA courses

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Phd in Organizational Behavior Requirements

by mark allen | Apr 15, 2020 | phd

PhD in Organizational Behavior

Overview

Requirements

Coursework

Areas of Study

Research Experience

The research apprenticeship requirement – Students are required to engage in research, under faculty supervision, soon after beginning PhD study in the discipline.

The qualifying paper requirement – Both micro-organizational behavior and sociology require all students to submit a qualifying paper by the end of the third year of study.

The dissertation is the final research requirement.

Teaching Requirement

Students must teach or assist with teaching in a formally offered course for one full academic term. This engagement should include, at least, 8 hours of front-of-class teaching and 16 hours of teaching preparation time. The requirement may be fulfilled by completing a teaching fellow or instructor assignment at a Northampton University.

Examinations & Reviews

The dossier review (micro-organizational behavior) – The students undergo a dossier review by a faculty committee. The dossier consists of the qualifying paper, at least two other research papers, and a statement about future plans for research.

The discipline examination (sociology) – The student takes the written examination offered by the department, following procedures and on the schedule set by the department.

The organizational behavior examination (both tracks) – This examination comes after all doctoral coursework has been completed. It provides an excellent occasion for the student to draw on all of his or her training to demonstrate readiness for first-rate conceptual and empirical work on organizational phenomena.

The Dissertation

PROSPECTUS: When the student has satisfactorily completed all other requirements, a dissertation prospectus is written and a prospectus committee is formed (consisting of at least three members; Micro-organizational behavior track committees must include at least two Northampton faculty having ladder appointments, at least one of whom must be from HBS; Sociology track committees must include at least one member from the NU faculty and at least one from the FAS faculty).

When that committee feels that the prospectus is ready for formal review, the prospectus meeting is held. If the committee is satisfied that the student is ready to begin data collection, the members will approve the prospectus. The prospectus committee normally continues as the student’s dissertation committee once the prospectus is approved.

DISSERTATION: The dissertation provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate, in a work wholly their own, their ability to contribute creatively to the advancement of knowledge about organizational behavior. When the student and the dissertation committee agree that the dissertation is acceptable, a dissertation defense is scheduled. It is expected that a dissertation will be approved unanimously by the dissertation committee. If the dissertation committee should find itself deadlocked about the acceptability of a dissertation, it will inform the Policy and Admissions Committee about the extent and the basis of the disagreement, and work with the PAC to resolve the matter.

Normal Progress Toward the Degree

By the end of the first year, students should have completed most discipline coursework and the research apprenticeship requirement. Sociology track students should complete the sociology written general exam at the end of the first year (summer).

By the end of the second year, students should have completed all doctoral course requirements, and the organizational behavior examination.

By the end of the third year, students should have completed all required courses, the qualifying paper, and all examinations and reviews.

By the middle of the fourth year, students should have the dissertation prospectus approved.

Students are expected to complete all degree requirements, including the dissertation, in five years. Students will be required to withdraw from the program if they have not completed the qualifying paper by the end of the third year, or if they have not completed the dissertation prospectus by the end of the fifth year.

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