Criminal Justice in England
and
Scotland

8 days England and Scotland

Criminal Justice

This program provides an in-depth exploration of the UK’s criminal justice system, blending historical insights with modern legal perspectives. Designed for students interested in law, criminology and social justice, the program includes visits to significant landmarks in London and Edinburgh that illustrate the development of law enforcement, legal traditions and notable historical crimes.

Students will analyze notorious crimes such as the Jack the Ripper murders, investigate how policing and forensic science have evolved and compare the criminal justice systems of England and Scotland. By engaging with historical landmarks and participating in walking tours, students will gain a well-rounded understanding of the societal, cultural and political factors that shape the justice system in the UK.

Itinerary
Learning Outcomes
Support for Faculty

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart USA for United Kingdom
Day 2
Morning

Arrive in London Heathrow Airport

Private coach transfer to hotel in city centre

Afternoon

Bus Tour of London – Hop on Tour with a guide who will discuss all of the sites in London. This tour does not permit you to get off the bus. The ticket only allows one entry.

3pm we can check into hotel

Evening

free for rest or further private sightseeing
Day 3
Morning

Tower of London

Afternoon

Inns of Court Walking Tour

Evening

Group dinner in a restaurant to try out English Fish & Chips
Day 4
Late Morning

Visit the Westminster area of London that will include Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Embankment and the Houses of Parliament (Photo stops outside only, no entry unless requested)

Evening

Take part in a Jack the Ripper walk in the East End of London and takes in the famous murder sights around the East End and the guide discusses the event itself including possible suspects and theories.
Day 5

Leave for train Morning – Travel by train to Edinburgh from London

Afternoon

Check-in to hotel

Take a hop on-hop-off tour of Edinburgh with time allowed to get off bus at certain stops for photos

Evening

Free evening
Day 6
Morning

Day trip to Loch Ness, Glen Coe & Highlands tour

Evening

Return to Edinburgh and free evening for dinner or shopping
Day 7
Morning

Visit Edinburgh Castle, the castle gardens and surrounding areas – Tour inside the castle

Afternoon

Historic Crimes walking tour of Edinburgh
Day 8

Check out of hotel and private bus transfer to Edinburgh/Glasgow Airport for return to United States

Learning Outcomes

Comparative Criminal Justice
UK Legal Systems\xA0
Law Enforcement Traditions
Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Law

Support for Faculty

At The Learning Abroad Co., we collaborate with faculty to design custom programs that align with their academic vision. We provide comprehensive support in curriculum development, logistics and resources for promoting and recruiting students for these unique global learning experiences.

Online faculty-led program website for consultation by faculty and students pre- and during the trip
Expertise from the local team who developed the program proposal
Collaborative planning for a unique and customized program
Feedback forms for continuous evaluation
Pre-departure webinar

Contact Information

We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in the UK. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not
hesitate to contact us.

Julia Lynes
[email protected]
+1 (561)-528-0852

What’s Included

Housing
- Students & faculty will be housed in 3-star hotel accommodation with breakfast included
- 2 students per bedroom (2 separate beds) with private bathroom
- Private bedrooms for faculty members
Meals
- Breakfast is included
- 2 group meals included in the program as part of activities for students and faculty – Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner
Transport
- For the most part students will walk around the locations they will visit
- Private or public transport will be arranged for airport transfers and scheduled day trips/half day trips and this is included in the program fee
On-Site Support
- A TLAC team member on-site in UK will be assigned to your group for the duration of the program
- You will be provided with a 24-hour Emergency Contact phone number to reach TLAC at any time during your stay
Cultural Activities
- Engaging learning through a rich variety of cultural activities that bring academic concepts to life. Students will have the opportunity to explore the cultural heritage of their destination, connecting it directly to their field of study through thoughtfully curated experiences.
Field Activities
- Immerse yourself in hands-on learning through insightful visits with industry organizations, thought leaders and key partners, bringing your academic experience to life.

Contact Information

We would be delighted to work with you to facilitate a rich experience for your group in the UK. If you would like to discuss any of the details in this proposal please do not
hesitate to contact us.