Criminology and Policing BSc (Hons)

About the course

BSc Criminology and Policing at Roehampton focuses on crime, policing and social justice, and how policing operates within wider social, legal and political contexts. The course is designed for students who want to understand contemporary policing alongside criminological perspectives on crime, power, inequality and social harm.

You will explore how policing practices affect individuals and communities, while developing critical, analytical and research skills relevant to criminal justice and public sector roles.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in criminological theory and policing studies, while gaining professional skills valued across criminal justice and public sector roles, including analysing crime and policing practices, understanding how policing institutions operate, evaluating responses to crime and social harm, and conducting research to support evidence based decision making.

Future opportunities

This degree prepares you for a range of careers connected to policing, criminal justice and community safety. Graduates may go on to work in areas such as:

• Policing and law enforcement support roles

• Criminal justice and probation services

• Community safety and crime prevention

• Youth justice and offender support services

• Public sector, policy and research roles

You will also develop transferable skills in critical thinking, research, communication and data analysis that are valued across public, private and third sector organisations. Some graduates progress to postgraduate study in criminology, policing, criminal justice or related subjects.

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Lectures and seminars exploring criminology, policing and real world case studies

• Research led teaching informed by contemporary debates in crime and policing

• Coursework based assessment including essays, reports, presentations and a final year project

• Academic support and feedback to develop your analytical, research and writing skills

Digital learning resources are available to support your studies, including online reading materials and recorded content where appropriate.

Facilities

You will study in teaching and learning spaces designed to support discussion, research and collaborative learning, including:

• Modern lecture theatres and seminar rooms

• Digital learning platforms and online academic resources

• Library access to criminology, policing and social science collections

• Study spaces that support independent and group work

These facilities support your academic development and help you engage critically with contemporary issues in criminology and policing.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.