12Oct
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University of Chichester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Explore the psychological and social factors that cause people to commit crimes Our BSc (Hons) Criminology degree explores the scientific study of crimes and why people commit them, the justice system, and the duty of care we have to those who have engaged in deviant behaviour. Study innovative and ground-breaking criminology topics Using the latest research and practice, you will explore the psychological and social factors behind deviant behaviour in relation to variety of crimes, as well as the judicial consequences and processes that come with them. Discover a range of topics that include:
- Criminal law
- Cyber-crime and security
- Mental health and forensic psychology
- Penology
- Policing and police investigation
- Terrorism
- Young people and crime
- Understand the law and the criminal justice system
- Examine the psychological and social causes of crime and its consequences.
- Understand the role of the law and the inner workings of the criminal justice system.
- Gain key scientific skills in data handling and analysis as you learn to predict criminal behaviour.
- Learn from ex-police staff and expert researchers who really get to know you and your needs.
- Hear about your future career options from professionals working within criminology-related fields
Modules
Gain an in-depth understanding of crime, criminals, and the systems that deal with them Year One Your first year will introduce you to the foundations of criminological study, as you gain insights into the key issues and debates, consider how society manages crime and criminals, and explore the broad concepts that underpin human rights, diversity, and duty of care. In addition, you’ll begin to gain the scientific and statistical skills required to conduct research in criminology. Year Two In your second year, you will examine more specialist topics as you broaden your understanding of aspects including criminal law, mental health and forensic psychology, cybercrime and security, and classic criminology case studies. In addition, you will further your knowledge of and skills in statistical data management, as well as the design and implementation of research experiments. Year Three In your final year, you will work to apply your acquired subject knowledge and research skills ahead of a final year project on a topic of your choice, as you also investigate young people and crime and wider international law. Criminology in Professional Practice module Our careers-focused module in your third year introduces you to the practice in real life of criminology and give you an idea of where you could apply your skills, as you explore jobs relating to criminology degrees.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through a range of assignments, including: Scientific reports Essays Group and individual presentations Poster design Multiple choice papers Short answer papers Research participation Case studies
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- C58
- Campus name:
- Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BBB - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | No component less than 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 50 | 50-57 and no lower than 50-57 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 79 | At least: 18 in Reading 17 in Listening 20 in Speaking 17 in Writing |
Qualifications recognised for English language proficiency
https://www.chi.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16344 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £16344 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Chichester
Bishop Otter Campus
College Lane
Chichester
PO19 6PE