Criminology and Criminal Justice (BSc Hons)
Our Criminology and Criminal Justice programme is for those passionate about understanding crime, its causes, and its consequences. This course will take you through a range of topics, from youth justice and serious organised crime to the impact of social factors like gender-based violence, segregation, and inequality on criminal behaviour.
Explore important areas such as public policy, social harm, and how drug policies shape society. Our interdisciplinary approach integrates sociology, law, and public policy, giving you a comprehensive perspective on criminality and justice.
You will investigate critical issues like social inclusion, substance misuse, and legal processes, gaining insights into crime and criminality. Learn about policing, the criminal justice system, and how the media reports crime. This programme prepares you to address crime and vulnerability in various contexts.
Our course also covers rehabilitation, offering a deeper understanding of how the system supports offenders in reintegrating into society. You’ll examine how race and religion influence crime and the impact of serious organised crime on communities.
By studying with us, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for employment in the field of criminology and criminal justice.
Course details
- On-campus
- Full-time
- English
Tuition Fees 24/25
Home (Full-time): £9,000 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £13,500 per year
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
This programme will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of crime and criminal justice, preparing you for a range of careers in the field.
In your first year, you will lay the foundation for understanding criminology and criminal justice. You will study the basics of criminology, exploring what crime is and how it affects society. Modules in youth justice, will help you understand the causes of youth crime and how the system handles young offenders. Key modules will introduce you to the criminal justice system, including the roles of the police, courts, and correctional institutions. Additionally, you will explore how social factors like race, gender, and class influence crime and responses to it.
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In your second year, you will deepen your knowledge of criminology and criminal justice. You will study policing, learning about the challenges and strategies used by law enforcement. Modules on rehabilitation and criminal justice will teach you about the various methods used to rehabilitate offenders and reduce reoffending. Modules on gender-based violence and social harm will help you understand the broader context of crime and its effects on different groups. You will also delve into public policy , examining how laws and policies are created and their impact on crime and justice.
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In your final year, you will focus on advanced topics and practical applications. You will explore crime reporting in the media, understanding how crime is portrayed and its impact on public perception. You will explore serious and organised crime, learning about the impact and strategies used to combat it. You will learn about research methods used in criminology, helping you gather and analyse data effectively. You will also have the opportunity to conduct independent research, applying the knowledge and skills you have gained throughout the course to a topic of your choice.
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Course Disclaimer
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We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals.
For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.
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Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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96 UCAS points
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The course will be assessed by a mixture of written coursework, project work, presentations and exams.
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.
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