BA (Hons) Criminology & Law

To be eligible for this Criminology and Law degree through the standard entry requirements you must have either:

• Two subjects at GCE A level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; or
• Completed a recognised Access Programme or equivalent.

For students whose prior learning was not taught in English

• IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (no less than 5.5 in any element)

If you have work experience

We are happy to consider an application from you if you can show us you have the motivation to study the programme.

We’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course. We’ll also ask you for references and evidence of relevant work experience

Next steps

Applying for this course takes just a few minutes and is the first step towards gaining your qualification. You can begin your online application now and one of our friendly Admissions Advisors will be in touch to discuss your study options.

For this Criminology and Law degree, you get the opportunity to enhance your knowledge of two linked and well established areas of the social sciences. You will spend equal time on both disciplines.

The criminology aspects of this course explore how crime is controlled and prevented through policing and the criminal justice system, whilst law will concentrate on the English legal system, criminal law and human rights.

You’ll learn about crime’s complex relationship with social policy by analysing a variety of legal concepts and ethics, as well as the social, psychological and political effect crime has on the social world.

Year 1 (Level 4)

• Skills for Interdisciplinary Study
• Crime & Society
• Criminal Justice System
• English Legal System
• Criminal Law
• Law & Ethics

Year 2 (Level 5)

• Research and Ethics in Action
• Contemporary Debates in Criminology
• Civil Liberties & Human Rights
• Tort Law 1 (Negligence)
• Policing and Police Powers
• Tort Law 2 (Other Torts)

Year 3 (Level 6)

• Cybercrime
• Youth Justice
• Crime Prevention
• Law of Evidence
• Research Planning & Project

Please note that the modules listed are indicative and may be subject to change.

You can get more detailed course information by viewing the Course Specification.

Next steps

Applying for this course takes just a few minutes and is the first step towards gaining your qualification. You can begin your online application now and one of our friendly Admissions Advisors will be in touch to discuss your study options.

Fees

Funding

You can support your study in a variety of ways.

If you are a UK student, the most common funding of undergraduate degrees is a Tuition Fee Loan from the UK Government. The key information about these loans is:

• You must be a UK resident
• You can get a loan to cover the full cost of your tuition fees
• You only start to pay it back when you are earning over £21,000 a year.
• Your tuition fees are paid directly to the University by the loan company.

Other options include:

Self-funding

If you choose to pay for the course yourself you can pay as you go. This means you have no monthly obligations, simply pay for each module when you decide to study it.

Sponsorship

Because your studies will develop you as a professional your employer may want to pay or contribute to the cost of your studies. Feel free to call the team on 0800 268 7737 to discuss steps to employer sponsorship

Find out more about fees and funding and employer sponsorship on our dedicated information pages.

Next steps

Applying for this course takes just a few minutes and is the first step towards gaining your qualification. You can begin your online application now and one of our friendly Admissions Advisors will be in touch to discuss your study options.

You will graduate with key skills that will enhance your employability and prepare you for your chosen career, as well as knowledge of your chosen field of study, helping you to stand out from the crowd.

After studying this Criminology and Law degree, you will be able to:

• Research and present information in different formats
• Analyse and evaluate data (interdisciplinary analysis)
• Communicate effective, both verbally and on paper
• Work independently and within a team
• Solve problems efficiently
• Think critically
• Manage your time effectively

Where you go after your degree

This degree programme is useful to those looking to practice criminal law (with further relevant study) or work in the criminal justice system, such as policing, probation and prison services. However, this flexible degree can provide access to many different career opportunities, such as:

• Social work
• Counselling
• Crime prevention
• Community work
• Court services
• Mental health
• HR
• Central and local government

Or you could go onto further relevant study (such as a law conversion course) to become a solicitor or barrister.

Next steps

Applying for this course takes just a few minutes and is the first step towards gaining your qualification. You can begin your online application now and one of our friendly Admissions Advisors will be in touch to discuss your study options.