Criminology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
What causes crime and deviance, and what are its consequences?
Today’s global criminal justice system needs graduates with expert knowledge and a drive to make real- world change. Our BA Criminology course equips you to answer these questions and more, by exploring how crime is shaped by, and impacts, real- world social contexts.
Through your studies, you will engage critically with victims, criminality, policing and media representations of crime, supported by a learning environment that encourages discussion, debate and independent thinking.
You will mov...
What causes crime and deviance, and what are its consequences?
Today’s global criminal justice system needs graduates with expert knowledge and a drive to make real- world change. Our BA Criminology course equips you to answer these questions and more, by exploring how crime is shaped by, and impacts, real- world social contexts.
Through your studies, you will engage critically with victims, criminality, policing and media representations of crime, supported by a learning environment that encourages discussion, debate and independent thinking.
You will move beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries to examine how crime intersects with wider political, social and economic factors including gender, class, ethnicity and inequality. This grounding enables you to understand not only how crime is defined and responded to, but how ideas of crime and deviance connect to broader social debates.
Guided by leading criminology experts, you will establish advanced skills in data analysis and research methods, learning how criminologists investigate complex problems, work with data and generate evidence to shape policy, practice and public understanding.
Learning here goes beyond the classroom. You will take part in field trips, such as visits to Manchester Crown Court, and engage directly with professionals to gain insight into how criminological knowledge is applied in practice. Optional opportunities, including placements, study abroad, or specialist units, allow you to tailor your course around your interests and career ambitions.
University of Manchester graduates are highly targeted by top employers (High Fliers Graduate Market Report, 2026). By the time you graduate, you will have developed the analytical, research and communication skills highly valued in a wide range of roles giving you the competitive edge for careers related to criminal justice and crime reduction, including the police, prisons, offender management, youth justice and victimisation, as well as role outside of the sector such as in social research, government or teaching.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A20-G60
Institution Code
M20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
AAB or ABB and EPQ with a minimum grade C. We do not accept two A/S Levels grades in place of one A Level. Applicants must be studying at least one of the following A Level subjects: Law; Accounting; Economics; Finance; Business Studies; Development Studies; Government and Politics; Economic and Social History; Mathematics; Anthropology; Sociology; Philosophy; Religious Studies; English Language; English Literature; Geography; Psychology; Classical Civilisation; History; Archaeology; Communication Studies; Environmental Studies; World Development; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Modern Languages. We accept native language A Levels providing they are taken in the same sitting as your other subjects. We will not accept thecombination of Mathematics, Further Mathematics and a native language. We accept the Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS) as equivalent to an A-level if taken alongside two full A-levels from the list of acceptable subjects above Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements. Typical Contextual Offer: BBB, including at least one of the following A-Level subjects (preference will be given to applicants studying two of these subjects): Accounting; Economics; Finance; Business Studies; Development Studies; Government and Politics; Economic and Social History; Mathematics; Anthropology; Sociology; Philosophy; Religious Studies; English Language; English Literature; Geography; Psychology; Classical Civilisation; History; Archaeology; Communication Studies; Environmental Studies; World Development; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Modern Languages. We accept native language A Levels providing they are taken in the same sitting as your other subjects. We will not accept thecombination of Mathematics, Further Mathematics and a native language. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. Typical Contextual Offer: BBB We do not accept two A/S Levels grades in place of one A Level. Applicants must be studying at least one of the following A Level subjects: Law; Accounting; Economics; Finance; Business Studies; Development Studies; Government and Politics; Economic and Social History; Mathematics; Anthropology; Sociology; Philosophy; Religious Studies; English Language; English Literature; Geography; Psychology; Classical Civilisation; History; Archaeology; Communication Studies; Environmental Studies; World Development; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Modern Languages. We accept native language A Levels providing they are taken in the same sitting as your other subjects. We will not accept thecombination of Mathematics, Further Mathematics and a native language. We accept the Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS) as equivalent to an A-level if taken alongside two full A-levels from the list of acceptable subjects above Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
We accept Scottish Advanced Highers and Highers in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers at grades ABB. or Two Advanced Highers at grades AB, plus two additional Highers at grades BB. Applicants taking a different combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact socialsciences@manchester.ac.uk for further advice. Applicants not taking English language or Mathematics at Higher level must achieve grade C in English language and Grade B in Mathematics at SCQF Level 5.
AS
AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 39.0, offer-merit: 6.0
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. Typical applicant - A mature student returning to education after a number of years. Typical offer - Pass Access to HE Diploma with 45 level 3 credits (39 Distinctions /6 Merits).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language. Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
Scottish Advanced Higher
We accept Scottish Advanced Highers and Highers in one of the following combinations: Three Advanced Highers at grades ABB. or Two Advanced Highers at grades AB, plus two additional Highers at grades BB. Applicants taking a different combination of Highers and Advanced Highers should contact socialsciences@manchester.ac.uk for further advice. Applicants not taking English language or Mathematics at Higher level must achieve grade C in English language and Grade B in Mathematics at SCQF Level 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD in combination with an A level at grade A in a different subject area to the diploma.
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD in combination with an A-level at grade A in a different subject area to the diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects . Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We welcome and recognise the value of the Baccalaureate Wales and accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (replacing the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate from September 2023) The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DMM in combination with an A level at grade A in a different subject area to the diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grade M in combination with two A-levels at grades AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DMM in combination with an A-level at grade A in a different subject area to the diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D in combination with two A-levels at grades AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades M in combination with two A-levels at grades AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade D in combination with two A-levels at grades AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
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