
Criminology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminology BA (Hons)
The Criminology BA at Birmingham explores the causes and consequences of crime, justice, and societal responses. You’ll develop the skills to understand, challenge, and transform the criminal justice system, creating real-world change for a fairer society.
With expert teaching and hands-on learning, you’ll critically engage with real-world issues, from crime prevention to rehabilitation. Graduate ready to shape policy, influence justice, and build a career that addresses the challenges within the criminal justice system.
Reasons to study this course:
• World-C...
The Criminology BA at Birmingham explores the causes and consequences of crime, justice, and societal responses. You’ll develop the skills to understand, challenge, and transform the criminal justice system, creating real-world change for a fairer society.<br/><br/>With expert teaching and hands-on learning, you’ll critically engage with real-world issues, from crime prevention to rehabilitation. Graduate ready to shape policy, influence justice, and build a career that addresses the challenges within the criminal justice system.<br/><br/>Reasons to study this course:<br/> • World-Class Expertise: Learn from leading academics in a top research-intensive university.<br/><br/> • Real-World Impact: Tackle pressing global challenges like inequality, health, and education through a dynamic curriculum.<br/><br/> • Interdisciplinary Learning: Combine insights from criminology, social policy and sociology to tackle pressing societal challenges.<br/><br/> • Placements: Apply learning in real-world settings through optional placements, gaining practical experience and industry insights.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
M901
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,5,5 at Higher Level to include English with a minimum of 32 points overall
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Extended Diploma accepted - grades required DDM-DDD Typical offers when offered in combination with A Levels: BTEC Diploma DM-DD plus B in A level BTEC Subsidiary Diploma D plus BB-AB in A levels
A level
A,B,B
General Studies not accepted
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |