Criminology, BSc (Hons)

Kingston University provides strong reasons to pursue Criminology, including practical opportunities like work placements, fieldwork in real-world settings such as court observations and crime scene analysis, and robust connections with criminal justice organizations, NGOs, and government bodies. The program features guest speakers from various sectors and has received a Teaching Excellence Framework Gold rating for its high-quality teaching.The course examines crime, its control, and societal impacts through interdisciplinary lenses like politics, law, and psychology, covering topics such as global crime patterns, punishment practices, diversity in justice, and emerging issues like terrorism. It embeds future skills like problem-solving and adaptability to prepare graduates for careers in policing, probation, research, and government. Assessment methods include exams, presentations, essays, and dissertations, with key modules like Foundations in Criminological Theory.

Example modules:

• Foundations in Criminological Theory

• Researching Law and Society

• Criminal Justice: Policing, Prisons and Punishment