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Law with Psychology LLB (Hons)

by | May 28, 2019 | Undergraduate

About the course

Law plays a key role in all aspects of our lives. Whether at work or play law governs our behaviour and gives shape to government, business and personal relationships.

Our LLB Law with Psychology course will provide you with key communication and research skills. Alongside the core topics which satisfy the Foundation of Legal Knowledge requirements of the Law Society and the Bar Council, you will study key psychology topics such as psychology and criminal behaviour, psychology and mental health and critical social psychology.

Our law graduates leave us as articulate, knowledgeable and work ready individuals with a range of transferable skills to pursue a career in law, management, HR, the public sector, education and many other areas.

Why choose this course?

  • Learn the Foundation legal skills alongside key aspects of Psychology, such as Psychology and Criminal Behaviour; Psychology and Mental Health and Critical Social Psychology, then use and explore them in further units to develop your proficiency and competence even further.
  • Study law within the broader economic, social, political, historical, ethical and cultural environment of specific areas of legal knowledge
  • Develop your advocacy skills in our newly refurbished courtroom giving you confidence in a realistic setting
  • Gain skills in critical analysis, research, teamwork, use of language and argument and the ability to work and learn independently
  • Explore your ability to present arguments in a way that others can understand
  • Challenge yourself with a demanding but valuable qualification highly regarded by employers which is accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority Council of DETC UK.

The LLB is the undergraduate degree for all students wishing to pursue a career in law. Graduating with an LLB from the University of Northampton is the first step on your journey towards becoming a solicitor or a barrister. The LLB is recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Council as a Qualifying Law Degree which exempts you from the academic stage of legal training.

The LLB Law with Psychology offers the added opportunity to study fascinating topics such as psychology and criminal behaviour; psychology and criminal justice and forensic psychology in practice, which will provide you with a greater understanding of  human behaviour alongside your law studies. This will be particularly appealing to you if you are interested in a career in criminal law or the criminal justice system.

Teaching on the LLB Law with Psychology is taught by a dedicated team of staff who combine world leading research with professional experience in the legal industry and the criminal justice system.

In class teaching is supported by a range of fantastic extra-curricular opportunities including our Law clinic, our award winning Refugee Legal Aid Clinic and our mooting debate programme.

What will I learn?

Units

  • Contract Law Compulsory
  • Criminal Law Compulsory
  • Introduction To Legal Practice In The English Legal System Compulsory
  • Psychology And Criminal Behaviour Compulsory
  • Constitutional And Administrative Law Compulsory
  • Land Law Compulsory
  • Law Of Tort Compulsory
  • Psychology And Criminal Justice Compulsory
  • Dissertation Compulsory
  • Equity And Trusts Compulsory
  • Forensic Psychology In Practice Compulsory
  • Institutions Of The European Union And Judicial Protection Compulsory
  • Substantive Law Of The European Union And Human Rights Compulsory
How will I be assessed?

We use an innovative and interesting range of assessment methods in our course. These include oral presentations, Moots (legal argument before a “judge”) essays, case studies and report writing. We try to create a balance between assessment by coursework and exams.

The psychology element of your degree will allow you to develop a sound basis in research strategies and develop skills which form the foundation of academic social science studies. Again a range of methods of assessment will be employed and you will be assessed by a mixture of written assessments, group work and portfolio assessments.

Entry Requirements

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

. This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed. At least 80 points with 64 points from 2 A level passes at C or above At least 80 points with 64 from Merit in two BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas or one BTEC Diploma At least 80 points with Merit Merit Pass in the BTEC Extended Diploma A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

How will this course enhance my career prospects?

Our degree will help you to develop skills and experiences which you will need for any future job whether in law or any other professional area. These include the ability to ‘think on your feet’; to identify important points in discussions, negotiations or from documents; to present your point of view clearly and the ability to write in an appropriate way for lots of different situations.

The additional element of Psychology will offer opportunities to pursue careers in Criminal Justice organisations including the private sector and charitable sector.

Within both departments there is a strong emphasis on identifying potential career paths and on preparing our students for life beyond graduation. Both elements of the course will offer guidance on potential careers while ensuring that assessments are designed around key professional skills.

We pride ourselves on maintaining strong links with major law firms in the local area and offer a range of opportunities to develop contacts with the legal profession whether through our programme of court visits, our legal advice clinics or our mooting programme.

How to Apply

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Social Studies BA (Hons)

by | May 28, 2019 | Undergraduate

About the course

A degree you can tailor to your interests, while enhancing your career prospects – employers value the transferable skills gained by Applied Social Studies graduates.

Gain a deep understanding of the lives of individuals, communities and workplaces, the issues faced by vulnerable individuals and groups in our society, and the policy, legal, cultural and organisational contexts.

After a foundation in the first year, choose specific areas like: children and adult services, criminal justice, welfare systems, disability issues, community care, public health, multi-agency working, globalisation and the law.

Why choose this course?

 

  • Learn practical skills relevant to a wide range of human services work including management practice, communication and multi-agency working
  • Study areas informed by research at the forefront of social work and development, including trafficking studies, youth offending vulnerable social groups
  • Gain knowledge and skills in communication, team-working and research
  • Explore your choice of areas such as children and families, crime, health care, disability, older people and global policy issues
  • Benefit from a course which helps you develop breadth of mind, transferable knowledge
  • and skills and humanistic values – all of which will help you attract potential employers

This course draws on world-leading research from both the Vauxhall Centre for the Study of Crime and The International Centre: Researching Child Sexual Exploitation, Violence and Trafficking, recently awarded the Queen’s Award for pioneering research into child sexual exploitation.

The course covers both national and global social issues and policy responses and interventions across the human services.

What will I learn?

Units

  • Law, Society And Controversy Compulsory
  • Skills For The Social Sciences Compulsory
  • The Sociology Of Modern Britain Compulsory
  • Understanding The Human Services Compulsory
  • Exploring The Social Sciences Compulsory
  • Multi-Agency Working Compulsory
  • Researching, Representing And Evidencing The Social World Compulsory
  • The Social Sciences At Work Compulsory
  • Mental Health And Society Optional
  • Refugees, Displacement And The Polictics Of Migration Optional
  • Studies In ‘Race’ And Ethnicity Optional
  • Young People, Gangs And Group Offending Optional
  • Ideas And Issues In Globalization Compulsory
  • Independent Project In Social Studies Compulsory
  • Childhoods In Global Context Optional
  • Comparative Youth Justice: Models And Approaches Optional
  • Inclusion And Exclusion In Education Optional
  • Innovations In The Human Services Optional
  • Leadership And Management In The Human Services Optional
  • Safeguarding Across The Lifespan Optional
How will I be assessed?

The assessment strategy is designed to allow you to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities through a range of different assessments.

You will undertake written assignments – essays and reports – as well as participating in group conferences, poster presentations, and presentations.

These presentations are designed to build your confidence and become accustomed to presenting yourself in a variety of settings. Being able to practice these skills in a supportive environment will develop this essential employability skill.

You will also have in-class tests and two examinations – one in the first year and one in the third year – to allow you to demonstrate and record your ability to work under pressure.

However, the weight of assessments are written assignments and these allow you to explore the subject in depth through detailed research and construct an argument based on the evidence you gain in preparing the assignment.

Entry Requirements

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed. At least 80 points with 64 points from 2 A level passes at C or above At least 80 points with 64 from Merit in two BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas or one BTEC Diploma At least 80 points with Merit Merit Pass in the BTEC Extended Diploma A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

How will this course enhance my career prospects?

The BA (Hons) Applied Social Studies degree can be tailored to your interests to enhance your career prospects. The range of skills and levels of personal enquiry achieved are deemed essential in the world of work.

How to Apply

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Business Management with Law BSc (Hons)

by | May 28, 2019 | Undergraduate

About the course

Gain a broad understanding of how to successfully manage an organization, its processes, and the people in it.

Corporations face difficult and complicated issues in a highly regulated environment, and so need managers who understand the legal aspects of business.

By exploring key aspects of business law such as contract law, tort law and intellectual property law alongside your business degree you will further develop your knowledge and learn how to apply theory to real-life situations – making you efficient and effective in any organisational, cultural or social context.

Why choose this course?

  • Learn in a small class, through lectures, seminars and workshops, plus group projects, research exercises, presentations and case study analyses
  • Study essential aspects of business management including marketing, accounting, human resource management, strategy and project management, alongside the fundamentals of business law such as contract law, tort law and intellectual property law
  • Gain vital knowledge of the legal implications of managing a business in today’s highly regulated environment addressing areas such as social media
  • Develop an entrepreneurial understanding of organizations and analytical skills together with the legal and regulatory side of business to make you attractive to employers in a wide range of organizations, or prepares you to start your own business
  • Gain from the opportunity to work on a final year dissertation, undertaking research in your chosen area
  • Benefit from a degree which gives you access to careers in general management roles, plus more specialist opportunities in human resources, e-Business, operations or project management; prepares you to start your own business; or can take you into further postgraduate/professional study
What will I learn?

Units

  • Accounting For Business Compulsory
  • Contract Law Compulsory
  • Foundations Of Business Communication Compulsory
  • Foundations Of Business Management Compulsory
  • Principles Of Marketing Compulsory
  • Business Research Methods Compulsory
  • Economics Of International Business Management Compulsory
  • Human Resource Management  Compulsory
  • Law Of Tort  Compulsory
  • Marketing Planning  Optional
  • Sustainable Business Management  Optional
  • Company Law  Compulsory
  • Digital Business Management  Compulsory
  • Intellectual Property Law  Compulsory
  • Management And Administration Of Operations  Compulsory
  • Specialist Project (Business Management Compulsory

Strategy And Change Management  Compulsory

Entry Requirements

 

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed.

At least 112 points with 96 points from at least 2 A level passes At least 112 points with Distinction Merit in BTEC Extended Diploma or Distinction* Distinction* in BTEC Diploma A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma (with 12 merits and 12 distinctions at level 3) Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

How will this course enhance my career prospects?

The Careers Advisors meet you at Induction, to introduce you to the Careers Service and how they can support you as you define and work towards your future career. The Careers Advisors, Career Service, and Work Placement Office meet you at the end of your first year to discuss options available to students and the support structures available to you. You will also have formal sessions in the second and third year inductions.

You are introduced formally to the theory of career planning and management, based on SOAR (Self Awareness, Opportunities Awareness, Aspirations, and Results) in Foundations of Business Management unit. This work will be continued and integrated within second year units at appropriate points. You are encouraged to use the various Career Management on-line tools available for self-assessment and identification of career opportunities

In your final year you are encouraged to take greater responsibility for your career management, with the support of the Careers Service, which offer one-to-one career coaching.

How to Apply

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Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons)

by | May 28, 2019 | Undergraduate

About the course

How do social divisions affect people’s experience of criminal justice? In this introduction to crime and deviance you will explore the workings of the criminal justice system. Examine responses to criminal behaviour in the context of both law and economics while building valuable transferable skills in research, critical thinking and communication.

This DETC accredited award covers core areas of social, biological, cognitive, developmental psychology as well as a range of exciting options as you apply psychological and criminological theory and research methods to your understanding of criminality investigation, management, treatment and prevention.

Why choose this course?

  • Learn about individual differences, psychological theories of criminal behavior, the criminal justice system, assessment and treatment of offenders, social and developmental theories of criminal behaviour
  • Study why offenders offend; current issues in crime and justice – up-to-date responses to offending; biological psychology and neuropsychology; problem-solving and reasoning; and cognitive social and developmental psychology with researchers and practitioners who lead their field
  • Develop your ability to apply psychological and criminological theory and research methods to the understanding of criminality, its consequences, investigation, management, treatment and prevention
  • Gain a thorough understanding of the workings of the criminal justice system and the responses to behaviour labelled as criminal
  • Explore your own interests through a research project
  • Benefit from a degree accredited by the British Psychological Society
What will I learn?

Units

  • Foundations To Psychology Compulsory
  • Introduction To Criminology And The Criminal Justice System Compulsory
  • Introduction To Psychological Research Methods And Data Analysis)Compulsory
  • Psychology In Every Day Life Compulsory
  • Biological And Cognitive Psychology Compulsory
  • Methods Of Research In Psychology Compulsory
  • Rehabilitation Of The Offender Compulsory
  • Social Processes And Lifespan Development Compulsory
  • Victims And Victimology Compulsory
  • Culture And Individual Differences Compulsory
  • Psychology Honours Project Compulsory
  • Violence In Modern Society Compulsory
  • Atypical Child And Adolescent Development: Theories And Applications Optional
  • Cognitive Neuropsychology Optional
  • Critical Social Psychology Optional
  • Occupational And Organisational Psychology Optional
  • Problem Solving Optional
  • Psychology Of Language And Vision Optional
  • Psychology Of Mental Health Optional
How will I be assessed?

Throughout your degree you will encounter a wide variety of types of assessment collectively designed to suit the variety of individual learning styles. Each assessment will provide the opportunity to offer you feedback to help with your development and inform the completion of your future assessments.

There will be an opportunity in each year of your study to develop and refine a number of key academic skills, many of which will be transferable to the workplace. These include team-working, report writing, oral presentations, constructing a coherent written arguments, the ability to analyse, synthesise and evaluate complex information from a range of sources, reflective writing and, personal and professional development planning.

Whilst you will be expected to undertake a few examinations, the assessment is more heavily weighted in favour of coursework assignments.

Entry Requirements

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed.

At least 112 points with 96 points from at least 2 A level passes At least 112 points with Distinction Merit Merit in BTEC Extended Diploma or Distinction* Distinction* in BTEC Diploma A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma (with 12 merits and 12 distinctions at level 3) Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

How will this course enhance my career prospects?

Graduates from this course who achieve a Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society are eligible to apply to study any psychology at post-graduate level. Graduates will also have the option of pursuing postgraduate study in the areas of criminology, victimology and criminal justice. Typically students opt for an accredited Forensic MSc programme,

How to Apply

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Human Resources Management with Law BSc (Hons)

by | May 28, 2019 | Undergraduate

About the course

Law plays a key role in all aspects of our lives. Whether at work or play law governs our behaviour and gives shape to government, business and personal relationships.
Our LLB Law with Psychology course will provide you with key communication and research skills. Alongside the core topics which satisfy the Foundation of Legal Knowledge requirements of the Law Society and the Bar Council, you will study key psychology topics such as psychology and criminal behaviour, psychology and mental health and critical social psychology.
Our law graduates leave us as articulate, knowledgeable and work ready individuals with a range of transferable skills to pursue a career in law, management, HR, the public sector, education and many other areas.

Why choose this course?

 

  • Learn the Foundation legal skills alongside key aspects of Psychology, such as Psychology and Criminal Behaviour; Psychology and Mental Health and Critical Social Psychology, then use and explore them in further units to develop your proficiency and competence even further.
  • Study law within the broader economic, social, political, historical, ethical and cultural environment of specific areas of legal knowledge
  • Develop your advocacy skills in our newly refurbished courtroom giving you confidence in a realistic setting
  • Gain skills in critical analysis, research, teamwork, use of language and argument and the ability to work and learn independently
  • Explore your ability to present arguments in a way that others can understand
  • Challenge yourself with a demanding but valuable qualification highly regarded by employers which is accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority Council of DETC UK.

The LLB is the undergraduate degree for all students wishing to pursue a career in law. Graduating with an LLB from the University of Northampton is the first step on your journey towards becoming a solicitor or a barrister. The LLB is recognised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Council as a Qualifying Law Degree which exempts you from the academic stage of legal training.

The LLB Law with Psychology offers the added opportunity to study fascinating topics such as psychology and criminal behaviour; psychology and criminal justice and forensic psychology in practice, which will provide you with a greater understanding of  human behaviour alongside your law studies. This will be particularly appealing to you if you are interested in a career in criminal law or the criminal justice system.

Teaching on the LLB Law with Psychology is taught by a dedicated team of staff who combine world leading research with professional experience in the legal industry and the criminal justice system.

In class teaching is supported by a range of fantastic extra-curricular opportunities including our Law clinic, our award winning Refugee Legal Aid Clinic and our mooting debate programme.

What will I learn?

Units

  • Contract Law Compulsory
  • Criminal Law Compulsory
  • Introduction To Legal Practice In The English Legal System Compulsory
  • Psychology And Criminal Behaviour Compulsory
  • Constitutional And Administrative Law Compulsory
  • Land Law Compulsory
  • Law Of Tort Compulsory
  • Psychology And Criminal Justice Compulsory
  • Dissertation Compulsory
  • Equity And Trusts Compulsory
  • Forensic Psychology In Practice Compulsory
  • Institutions Of The European Union And Judicial Protection Compulsory
  • Substantive Law Of The European Union And Human Rights Compulsory
How will I be assessed?

We use an innovative and interesting range of assessment methods in our course. These include oral presentations, Moots (legal argument before a “judge”) essays, case studies and report writing. We try to create a balance between assessment by coursework and exams.

The psychology element of your degree will allow you to develop a sound basis in research strategies and develop skills which form the foundation of academic social science studies. Again a range of methods of assessment will be employed and you will be assessed by a mixture of written assessments, group work and portfolio assessments.

Entry Requirements

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

. This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed. At least 80 points with 64 points from 2 A level passes at C or above At least 80 points with 64 from Merit in two BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas or one BTEC Diploma At least 80 points with Merit Merit Pass in the BTEC Extended Diploma A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

How will this course enhance my career prospects?

Our degree will help you to develop skills and experiences which you will need for any future job whether in law or any other professional area. These include the ability to ‘think on your feet’; to identify important points in discussions, negotiations or from documents; to present your point of view clearly and the ability to write in an appropriate way for lots of different situations.

The additional element of Psychology will offer opportunities to pursue careers in Criminal Justice organisations including the private sector and charitable sector.

How to Apply

Application PDF
Apply Online

Certificate in Privacy Law

by | May 17, 2019 | Undergraduate

In a globally connected world, privacy law expertise is in high demand.

Designed for legal and non-legal professionals, the Certificate in Privacy Law focuses on security regulations, U.S. and international data privacy law and breach management.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

  1. Describe international and domestic privacy and information security laws and regulations.
  2. Integrate laws and regulations into operational policies and procedures to yield best practices for data privacy and information security.
  3. Respond to a variety of privacy breach scenarios and demonstrate improvement in skills necessary for success in a variety of privacy industry roles.
  4. Demonstrate the skills necessary for basic industry certification exams by the International Association of Privacy Professionals and other professional organizations.

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CURRICULUM

To successfully complete the Certificate in Privacy Law, you must complete 8 credit hours of approved privacy coursework. You may start your studies during any of our three terms (spring, summer, or fall) and pace your studies as you wish, taking up to all 8 credits in a single term or a minimum of 2 credits (one course) per term. The program is offered exclusively online.

Course Options

European Union Privacy Law
Health Care Privacy and Security
Legal Issues in eHealth
Privacy and Security of Corporate Information
Privacy Breach Incident Management and Reporting
Privacy Program Managemen

TUITION AND FEES

The School of Law and Northapmton’s Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping you secure the necessary financial resources to make your legal education at Northapmton affordable.

ADMISSION AND APPLICATION

To apply for the Certificate in Privacy Law program, you must possess a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.