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Course summary
Crime is a compelling subject, constantly in the news and dominating our screens. This engaging degree explores local, national, and global aspects of criminology, providing you with a wide range of interdisciplinary skills. You will examine key perspectives on crime and the criminal justice system, from policing to global terrorism and cybercrime. Course Highlights
- Learn from a teaching team with extensive practitioner experience, offering genuine insight into the criminal justice system.
- Become involved in real casework on cold cases and case reviews, providing unique practical experience.
- Engage directly with crime-related professionals, agencies, and organisations to deepen your understanding.
- Opportunities for field trips to places such as Belfast and Turin.
- Benefit from interactive and practical teaching approaches that bring theory and practice to life.
- You will have the opportunity to become a member of The British Society of Criminology.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L370
- Institution code:
- W76
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
International applicants
We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 120 points
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - P
Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications). If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Student Visa sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components. |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16700 | Year 1 |
| International | £16700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
Provider information
University of Winchester
Sparkford Road
Winchester
Hampshire
SO22 4NR
Course contact details
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