LLB (Hons) Law
- Duration: 3–4 years
- Study mode: On campus
- Location: London
Undergraduate degree
BSc (Hons) Criminology
Explore why crime happens and how society responds, and build skills for a career in justice and public services.
- Duration
- 3–4 years
- Study mode
- On campus
- Locations
- Birmingham, Leeds2 cities
- Intakes
- 4 a year
Why study Criminology?
Understanding crime helps make communities safer. This degree looks at the causes of crime, the justice system and how to reduce harm.
- Work in justice in policing, probation or prisons
- Make a difference in your community
- Flexible timetable: 2 set days a week on campus
The BSc (Hons) Criminology explores why crime happens, how the justice system responds and what helps to reduce harm. You study criminological theory, the criminal justice system and crime and society, then move on to policing, youth justice and the experiences of victims and witnesses. It suits people interested in public services, justice and how communities are kept safe.
Your final year covers rehabilitation, cybercrime and crime prevention, and ends with a dissertation on a topic you choose. Classes run on campus in Birmingham and Leeds on set days each week, so your timetable is easy to plan. A foundation year is available if you don’t have A-levels, covering academic skills and an introduction to society and justice.
Criminology graduates work in policing, probation, the prison service, youth work and victim support, or continue to further study. Some of these careers have their own entry requirements and training, which your adviser can talk you through.
What you’ll study
For students without A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
Academic study skillsResearching, reading and writing at university level.
Introduction to criminologyWhat crime is and how we study it.
Society and justiceHow communities and institutions respond.
Professional developmentGoal-setting, time management and career planning.
The foundations of crime and justice.
Criminological theoryWhy people commit crime.
Criminal justice systemPolice, courts and prisons.
Crime and societyHow crime affects communities.
Research skillsFinding and using reliable evidence.
Policy, practice and working with people.
PolicingHow policing works today.
Youth justiceSupporting young people away from crime.
Victims and witnessesSupport through the justice process.
Research methodsGathering and analysing evidence.
Specialist topics and an independent project.
RehabilitationHelping people leave crime behind.
CybercrimeCrime in a digital world.
Crime preventionReducing harm before it happens.
DissertationAn in-depth study of a topic you choose.
Example modules. Your adviser will confirm the final list and how each is assessed.
Where it can lead
Criminology graduates work in roles such as:
PoliceJoin as an officer or staff member.
ProbationSupport people on community orders.
Prison serviceWork in custody and rehabilitation.
Youth workGuide young people at risk.
Victim supportHelp people affected by crime.
Further studyGo on to a master’s degree.
Entry requirements
- Age: 18 or over at the start of the course
- Qualifications: A-levels or equivalent, such as an Access to Higher Education course, or none if you start with the foundation year
- Interview: a short interview and written task
- English: a language test may be required if English isn’t your first language
How to apply
Apply for this course- 1. Apply onlineOne short form. No documents needed.
- 2. Adviser callWe check your answers, then confirm your options.
- 3. InterviewPrepared with your adviser’s support.
- 4. EnrolmentStudent finance arranged, ready to start.