FdA Criminology with Probation Studies Foundation Degree Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

As part of this course you will study the areas of law, forensics, psychology and sociology as well as indepth study relevant to your specialist area of Probation Studies. This means that alongside core Criminology modules you will also study at least two specialist modules in your chosen specialism at each level of study.

Our Criminology with Probation Studies course has been specifically designed to align with the HM Inspectorate of Probation service delivery standards, and give you the knowledge and skills to be highly effective working within the probation services in the future.

The course contains five core streams in criminal justice, criminal psychology, crime and punishment, reflective practice and criminological research to give you a strong core understanding of Criminology and it's practical application in employment. The teaching on the course seeks to reflect the evolving nature of the Justice Sector and our innovative methods for inspiring learning have been commended by the Centre for Sociology, Anthropology and Politics (C-SAP) which is the national Higher Education subject centre for the study of Criminology.

This Lancaster University validated foundation degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge for employability in the Criminal Justice sector, with a specific focus careers with HM Prison and Probation Services (HMPPS).

This course should also to appeal to you if you need to fit studying around other commitments, or if you are looking to take your first step into higher education after a gap of study. It is also ideal if you have no previous knowledge of probation studies or the prison and probation services.