
Criminology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminology BA (Hons)
Immerse yourself as you explore the causes and effects of crime, societal responses, and the criminal justice system in this exciting criminology degree.
Dive into the scientific world of crime and discover what is criminology? You’ll explore the social, cultural, and political contexts of crime, key criminological theories, and the criminal justice process on this thought-provoking criminology degree. Youll also delve into the intersection of social factors with crime and victimisation, through current criminological research.
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<strong>Immerse yourself as you explore the causes and effects of crime, societal responses, and the criminal justice system in this exciting criminology degree.</strong><br/><br/>Dive into the scientific world of crime and discover what is criminology? You’ll explore the social, cultural, and political contexts of crime, key criminological theories, and the criminal justice process on this thought-provoking criminology degree. Youll also delve into the intersection of social factors with crime and victimisation, through current criminological research.<br/><br/>As part of this course, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>• Investigate crime as a significant political and cultural topic that concerns and affects everyone in society<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain insights into a range of theories and perspectives regarding crime and its impact on communities<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Go beyond the ordinary: tackle subjects such as desistance, recovery, terrorism, sexual offending, and even the criminology of tattooing<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop your research skills and conduct your own criminological investigations<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain essential skills for a successful career in the criminal justice sector, social services, and legal or policy-oriented roles through volunteering, placements, and modules focused on practitioner skills<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Find out more</strong><br/><strong>Explore the field of criminology</strong><br/>Our criminology courses are designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of what is criminology? The modules you’ll study will reflect the dynamic research interests of our lecturers, ensuring a rich teaching experience that goes beyond traditional textbooks. You’ll learn from experts in fields such as anti-social behaviour, prisons, desistence, race and crime, and sexual offending. Our teaching staff are members of the university’s Centre for Applied Social Research and are actively contributing to ongoing research and policy developments.<br/><br/>As part of your criminology courses, you’ll benefit from valuable insights and professional experiences by guest practitioners. Previous speakers have included police officers, magistrates, addiction specialists, psychologists, and social workers, all of whom share their expertise to enrich your learning.<br/><br/><strong>Enhancing your career potential</strong><br/>As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll be prompted to consider your future career from start of your learning journey. Guidance on potential criminology degree jobs will be built into your first year. During your second and third years, you’ll have the opportunity to choose modules that incorporate live brief learning challenges (real-world projects created by employers) and engage in work placement experiences.<br/><br/><strong>Why study the BA (Hons) Criminology degree at Leeds Beckett University?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Tailor your learning to your interests with a wide range of optional modules<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practical experience - youll gain hands-on experience through placements and volunteering with our innovative employability modules<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Innovative assessments - showcase your knowledge through diverse and creative coursework assessments<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Global opportunities - enhance your learning experience with study abroad opportunities, including in the United States<br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
City CampusC
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Course Code
M900
Institution Code
L27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
A minimum of 64-72 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.
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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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