Criminology and Criminal Justice (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

If youre interested in the problem of crime in contemporary societies, our criminology and criminal justice course is for you.<br/><br/>As a criminology student youll investigate the nature of crime and criminality, studying societys response through the criminal justice system. Youll learn how societies try to control and punish crime and disorder, gaining a theoretical and practical understanding of this fascinating subject.<br/><br/>Criminology takes a social sciences approach by studying and classifying crime, and exploring theories around criminal behaviour. As well as the theory, youll learn how society deals with criminal behaviour by studying institutions and roles such as the police, courts, prisons and probation service.<br/><br/>The course offers a wide choice of options in your final year and youll be expected to undertake an independent piece of research on a relevant topic of particular interest to you.<br/><br/>Our foundation year course is perfect if you want a degree in criminology and criminal justice but you dont meet the standard entry requirements. First we prepare you for your degree during your foundation year, bringing you up to speed with academic skills and a firm grounding in the subject. Then you can go on to do the full undergraduate degree.

Clearing isn't just an opportunity to go to university, it's an opportunity to study in one of the greatest cities in the world. <br/><br/>UEL is spread out across three campuses in East London. Think modern buildings, trendy new restaurants and spectacular river views. Alongside excellent transport links that will get you to central London in just 21 minutes, UEL's campuses are kitted out with state-of-the-art facilities, including: 24/7 libraries and learning centres, multimedia production centres - complete with audio and visual labs and studios, a £21m SportsDock centre, a Hospital and Primary Care Training Hub, specialist dance and performance art spaces, a Harvard lecture theatre, and a simulated courtroom for mooting experience. <br/><br/>As a UEL student, you'll also have access to over 90 clubs and societies, one of the best gyms in London, two student hubs, a variety of cafes & restaurants, and a lively student bar. <br/><br/>Discover the experience of a lifetime at the University of East London.