What factors can explain the recent rise in knife crime? How is climate change linked to the crimes of the powerful? Are prisons the appropriate response to criminal acts? Are we all treated equally before the law?
These are some of the debates that you will explore in this course, by looking at the complex interactions between the state, the offender, the victim and society. You will think critically about how laws are made and how social structures shape both crime and crime control.
As a criminology student at LSBU, you will be able to engage in a series of empl...
What factors can explain the recent rise in knife crime? How is climate change linked to the crimes of the powerful? Are prisons the appropriate response to criminal acts? Are we all treated equally before the law?<br/><br/>These are some of the debates that you will explore in this course, by looking at the complex interactions between the state, the offender, the victim and society. You will think critically about how laws are made and how social structures shape both crime and crime control.<br/><br/>As a criminology student at LSBU, you will be able to engage in a series of employability events. Criminology courses open pathways to careers in a variety of settings, including probation, policing, the prison service, NGOs, local authorities, the voluntary sector, youth offending teams, teaching, social work and administration.<br/><br/>Our courses prepare you for a range of careers, including probation, policing, the prison service, NGOs, local authorities, the voluntary sector, youth offending teams, teaching, social work and administration.<br/><br/>Be part of an academic community dedicated to social justice and global responsibility - with an inspiring schedule of guest speakers, events, volunteering opportunities and exchange of ideas.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
M930
Institution Code
L75
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
112
112 UCAS Tariff from an Access to HE Diploma
112 UCAS Tariff points from BTEC
112 UCAS Tariff points from A levels
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |