Criminology BA (Hons)

Criminology examines the world of crime, exploring how it’s tied to social issues, the media, prisons and the courts. <br/><br/>As a criminology student, you will challenge what people think about crime and justice, and learn to understand offenders while acknowledging the impact on victims and communities.<br/><br/>You will also have the chance to do a voluntary work placement in the local community, gaining hands-on experience and making connections that can jumpstart your career. <br/><br/>This course is perfect if you are curious about the real-world impacts of crime and want to make a difference in society.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/><br/><br/>- Policing and the prison system and the social construction of crime and (in)justice from a global perspective are some of the fascinating subjects the course covers.<br/><br/><br/>- Learning is a varied mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and independent learning activities and research.<br/><br/><br/>- Varied assessment methods - in the first year, assessment is split between essays and exams; the second and final year consist mainly of coursework.<br/><br/><br/>- Join a vibrant community – the programme area sits within the School of Humanities and Social Science, all based in one building.<br/><br/><br/>- Expert teaching team with varied expertise and who are published and esteemed in their research areas.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to take a placement to give you hands-on experience and help you stand out to potential employers <br/><br/><br/>- Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to suit your personal career goals <br/><br/><br/>- Guest speakers will add to your learning and provide networking opportunities.<br/>