Youth Justice, BA (Hons)

Youth offending—from drugs and gangs to knife crime—frequently dominates headlines, yet the full story often remains untold. This criminology degree delves into youth justice, posing questions overlooked by populist politics and mainstream media: How does the UK's age of criminal responsibility at 10—the lowest in Europe—affect young people? When can a child grasp the consequences of their actions? What roles do family and community play in development, sometimes making crime seem the only path? We examine psychological, social, and political factors shaping juvenile justice globally, grounded in reality rather than sensationalism.Learn from experts with direct youth justice experience, uncover truths about at-risk youth, and challenge personal biases. Benefit from guest practitioners and service users, small personalized classes, a four-week industry placement, and alignment with the Youth Justice Board's Skills Matrix.