Criminology and Criminal Justice and Social Policy, BA (Hons)

This joint honours degree combines Social Policy and Criminology and Criminal Justice equally, offering a comprehensive understanding of social sciences. Students explore theories of crime, victims, and societal responses, including the criminal justice system's operations from policing to imprisonment. They also investigate social issues like poverty, inequality, and discrimination, examining welfare provision, funding, and regulation across nations. Additionally, the programme addresses global and local social problems, fostering insights into human behaviour and societal wellbeing.The degree equips students with practical knowledge of crime control and policy design, including modules on drug abuse, violence, and organised crime. Options for work experience, placement years, and international study are available. For those without entry qualifications, a foundation year in Sociology is recommended. The course is also offered in Welsh as a joint honours with Sociology.

For details of the modular structure, please see the course description on Bangor University's website.