Course summary

In this degree, you will be introduced to a range of sociological and criminological approaches, theories and practices, providing a high quality academic grounding in the two disciplines. How does crime affect our lives? How and why are certain behaviours categorised as a crime? Studying sociology with criminology will give you a sociological insight into the world of crime. This degree explores the important and diverse subject of crime and deviance, combined with analysis of wider social processes through the discipline of sociology. The BA Sociology with Criminology employs a cutting-edge, creative practice-based approach, which is highly innovative and distinctive to sociology at Leicester. Our Sociology with Criminology BA will provide you with a thorough grounding in research methods, theory and a variety of substantive topics. Throughout your degree you’ll be getting to grips with topical issues in contemporary society – based on areas where our academics are conducting pioneering research. You will develop skills you can transfer to your chosen career, including traditional academic competencies. This degree brings together two of our internationally respected subject areas; Leicester was one of the first sociology departments to be established in the UK, and we have developed a distinguished and international reputation a wealth of experience in teaching and an enviable research pedigree. Our School of Criminology ranks 5th in the UK for teaching Criminology (The Guardian University Guide 2022). We are one of very few Schools in the country exclusively dedicated to teaching and researching criminology, and we are home to some of the UK’s leading criminologists. Flexibility underpins our degree structure, which means that you will get to shape your degree to suit your own interests and career aspirations. Whichever direction you choose, you will be taught by enthusiastic scholars who are keen to share their expertise with you.