Criminology and Criminal Justice, BA

Our degree in criminology and criminal justice is designed for individuals seeking to understand the causes, consequences, and prevention of crime across local, national, and international levels. It provides a comprehensive overview of crime's origins and effects, exploring contemporary social, cultural, and political debates through topics such as security, terrorism, and the criminology of war. Students will also delve into practical areas like policing, forensic psychology, and miscarriages of justice, preparing them for careers in the police, prison services, security, and civil sectors.This program emphasizes both applied and theoretical aspects, examining debates on crime, victimisation, and deviance while enhancing knowledge of key issues including gender, cybercrime, and war-related criminology. It covers crime scene investigation and the Criminal Justice System, with assessments varying by module and opportunities for practice assignments to track progress.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.