Social Sciences (Criminology) (R23-CRIM) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Sciences (Criminology) (R23-CRIM) BA (Hons)
This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences. Youll study interdisciplinary social science and sociology modules, giving you a firm grounding in ideas central to the social sciences. This will be combined with learning how criminology helps us make sense of a range of issues related to crime, social conflict, criminal justice and criminalisation. On completion, you’ll be able to apply criminological and social theories, analyse a variety of evidence including statistical data, present arguments, write clearly and conduct your own research – ...
This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences. Youll study interdisciplinary social science and sociology modules, giving you a firm grounding in ideas central to the social sciences. This will be combined with learning how criminology helps us make sense of a range of issues related to crime, social conflict, criminal justice and criminalisation. On completion, you’ll be able to apply criminological and social theories, analyse a variety of evidence including statistical data, present arguments, write clearly and conduct your own research – opening employment opportunities in private, public and voluntary sector organisations.
Key features of the course
• Specialise in criminology within a broad interdisciplinary social science degree.
• Explore real world problems focusing on cutting edge, topical and often contentious criminological and social issues.
• Gain a degree directly relevant to careers within the criminal justice system and other organisations concerned with crime and social justice.
• Enhance your employability with valued skills, including analysing and evaluating evidence, communicating specialist ideas and information to different audiences.
• Offers the option to complete a dissertation in the final stage
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
Unknown
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Distance Learning
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £7,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Scotland | £8,016 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Wales | £8,616 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Republic of Ireland | £23,088 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| England | £24,528 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, Channel Islands, International | £26,520 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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