Criminology examines the world of crime, exploring how it’s tied to social issues, the media, prisons and the courts.
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.
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.
This course is perfect if you are curious about the real-world impacts of crime and want ...
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/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Brighton
Provider Details
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Course Code
L611
Institution Code
B72
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS TariffAccess to HE DiplomaM:18 International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 A level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £13,842 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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