Course summary
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of criminology? Join our BA Criminology course to explore crime, harm, victimization, and crime control. You will develop critical thinking and research skills for your career. Learn from experienced criminologists who are leaders in their fields. Gain an understanding of areas of crime and justice with insights from sociology, law, social policy, psychology, politics, history, and media studies. For example, you'll examine the social and legal construction of ‘crime’ and consider its causes, as well as thinking about how societies should respond to harmful behaviours. With a wide range of optional modules, you can tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations. You can choose to learn about punishment, victimology, or the crimes and harms of the powerful. Study abroad in locations such as the Netherlands, Singapore, or the USA to gain a global perspective. Take part in the placements scheme for hands-on experience, putting your knowledge to the test in the real world. A degree in criminology can provide a solid foundation for a number of careers. Our graduates work across many different sectors making a positive impact on society. Embark on this journey into criminology and discover exciting opportunities for your future career. Why choose this course?
- Ranked 7th for social policy and 10th for criminology in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
- Tailor your degree to your career aspirations through a wide range of optional modules
- Study abroad opportunities in locations such as the Netherlands, Singapore or the USA
- Gain real experience as part of our placements scheme
- Award-winning teaching - teaching often recognised by awards such as the University Chancellor's Award for teaching quality
- Diverse career options - our graduates develop successful careers across the private, public and charitable sectors, including local government
Modules
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Criminology-BA-Hons-U6UCRIMY.html
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
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:
- L316
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - AABBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher - AA
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - A
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M2
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level
European Baccalaureate: 80%-83% overall
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
EU | £23000* | Year 1 |
England | £9535* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
International | £23000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageUndergraduate admissions
+44 (0) 115 951 5559