
Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Reasons to choose Kingston
• Through a work placement or volunteering internship option you will be able to apply and practice your skills and gain valuable experience for your future career.
• You will develop well-rounded knowledge of key issues within criminology and be able to apply this to real-world issues.
• You will learn about the criminal justice system and engage with debates about the application of justice. Your knowledge will be enhanced by meeting and working with a range of criminal justice practitioners.
<strong>Reasons to choose Kingston</strong><br/>• Through a work placement or volunteering internship option you will be able to apply and practice your skills and gain valuable experience for your future career. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You will develop well-rounded knowledge of key issues within criminology and be able to apply this to real-world issues.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• You will learn about the criminal justice system and engage with debates about the application of justice. Your knowledge will be enhanced by meeting and working with a range of criminal justice practitioners.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We have a comprehensive programme of guest speakers who share their insights and experiences, including police detectives and undercover operatives, probation officers, NGO founders and criminal justice policy makers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• We are focused on supporting, preparing and equipping you for your professional life after university.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>About this course</strong><br/>This exciting course is designed for aspiring criminologists and those wishing to learn about the criminal justice system.<br/><br/>You will explore fascinating topics, including the causes of crime, its impact on individuals and communities, and how society responds. You will also learn about crime, victimisation and criminal justice policy and systems across the world.<br/><br/>You will be taught by an experienced team of research active lecturers who use a range of interactive teaching and innovative assessment methods, including court observations, crime scene house investigation, empirical research, case study analysis, podcasts, and briefing and policy reports<br/><br/>We have strong links with a range of practitioners, including the police, community safety teams, NGOs, charities, criminal justice policy makers and governmental organisations. You will have opportunities to undertake volunteering placements or internships, gaining practical experience in the field. We also have an inspiring line-up of guest speakers who share their experiences from working in criminal justice.<br/><br/><strong>Future Skills</strong> <br/>Embedded within every course curriculum and throughout the whole Kingston experience, Future Skills will play a role in shaping you to become a future-proof graduate, providing you with the skills most valued by employers such as problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability. <br/><br/>As you progress through your degree, youll learn to navigate, explore and apply these graduate skills, learning to demonstrate and articulate to employers how future skills give you the edge. <br/><br/>At Kingston University, were not just keeping up with change, were creating it.<br/><br/><strong>Career opportunities</strong> <br/>Graduates will be well placed for a broad range of careers, both within and beyond the criminal justice system. These include policing, the Prison and Probation service, the Home Office, the Ministry of Justice, youth work, advocacy work, social research, crime data analysis, victim support and social welfare, and local and central government.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L314
Institution Code
K84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
128
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Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
D:15,M:30
112 UCAS points from an Access course in a related subject. Applicants under 21 years will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DDM
Grade combinations below DMM may be considered when combined with other Level 3 qualifications.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D*
Grade combinations below 112 points considered when combined with other Level 3 qualifications.
AS
Can be considered in combination with other Level 3 qualifications e.g. A2's in different subjects.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
D*D*
Grade combinations below 112 points considered when combined with other Level 3 qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DMM
DDM
Grade combinations below DMM may be considered when combined with other Level 3 qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Can be combined with other level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Can be combined with other level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
Can be combined with other level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Can be combined with other level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 tariff points
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
Can be combined with other level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 tariff points
A level
B,B,C
A,B,B
Other A-Level combinations possible to achieve 112 - 128 points. A-Levels can be combined with other Level 3 qualifications to achieve 112 – 128 points.
T Level
M
D
Grade combinations below this may be considered if / when combined with other Level 3 qualifications.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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