Criminology, BA (Hons)

This criminology course introduces students to crime as a dynamic process in a rapidly evolving world, linking foundational principles with emerging trends to examine its impact on everyday life. After a comprehensive first year, students specialize in areas such as crime, victimology, criminal justice, and prevention, while developing transferable skills for global employment. Opportunities include applying theoretical perspectives to real-world issues, critically analyzing trends in crime and justice across local and global contexts, and devising innovative solutions to systemic challenges.Key benefits encompass an applied approach for careers in criminal justice, insights from expert speakers, an international perspective, and potential field trips to destinations like South Africa or the USA. The curriculum spans modules on topics from criminal behavior and victimology to global organized crime, with assessments including essays, presentations, and reports, all designed to foster critical thinking and practical expertise.