Politics & International Studies with Criminology, BSc (Hons)

This Politics and International Studies with Criminology degree draws on our team's research and scholarship to cultivate students' interests, passions, and critical thinking in political and criminological fields. We promote research literacy, encouraging deep exploration of politics, international studies, and criminology through questioning and discovery. Students gain expertise in key concepts, theories, and research methods, while critically analyzing political and criminal justice systems. The program delivers comprehensive knowledge of contemporary political analysis, social research techniques, and the application of theories to real-world issues, fostering an appreciation for the complexity of societal problems.The degree prepares graduates for diverse careers in statutory, voluntary, and private sectors, both locally and internationally, by integrating world-leading research into teaching. It builds essential skills in independent research, evaluating theories, teamwork, and sensitive political debate—attributes valued by employers. As a minor component, Criminology introduces ideas from law, public policy, economics, and social policy, examining core concepts like crime, victims, sentencing, and human rights to enhance understanding of criminal justice behaviors and structures.