Course summary
Embark on a thrilling journey with our BSc (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Investigation programme! Dive into the heart of crime and justice as you combine criminology and forensic investigation, gaining the expertise needed for real-world impact. Uncover the causes and consequences of crime, master crime scene investigation, and refine skills sought in areas like victim support and probation. With hands-on experience and access to cutting-edge equipment, you'll be primed to lead and innovate in the criminal justice field. From immersive simulations to expert-led research, every step prepares you for a dynamic career making a difference. Join us and evolve into a multi-skilled, ethical practitioner ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow! COURSE OVERVIEW Our integrated foundation year course has been designed to provide you with the confidence and essential university skills needed to progress onto our degree level programme in your first year of study. You will start by exploring the foundational principles of criminology and forensic investigation recognising where each discipline compliments the other to support event analysis through the criminal justice system. Exploring the reasons for crime, investigating incidents and presenting evidence you will refine forensic skills and digital tools for evidence, evaluation and presentation. Evolving into a multi-skilled practitioner, conducting independent research and presenting expert evidence you will be ready to become a change maker in the Criminal Justice System. Throughout your journey we will support you to develop digital research capabilities and ethical awareness preparing you for diverse professional careers. The range of skills you will gain and the ability to bridge many aspects of Criminal justice Practice will ensure you stand out amongst candidates for future employment. ON THIS COURSE YOU WILL...
- Gain the knowledge and confidence to operate as a multi-skilled and ethical criminal justice practitioner.
- Learn to critically apply key elements of criminological theory, forensic principles, and research to a range of practical and professional contexts in a digitally developing world.
- Be able to develop creative, innovative, and critical approaches to provide solutions, generate ideas, and communicate issues aligned with criminological and forensic practice.
- Be able to perform techniques involved in crime scene investigation whilst operating within a quality management system.
- Engage critically with contemporary social problems, recognising systemic and cultural discrimination, social inequalities and how these issues interact with crime, deviance, and harm locally, nationally and globally.
- Introduction to Criminology, Policing, and Law
- Contemporary Issues and the Media
- Families, Communities and the Criminal Justice System
- Professional Practice in the Community
- Essential University Skills 1 & 2
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Crime and Deviance
- Criminal Justice System
- Professional Skills for Criminal Justice
- Forensic Examination
- Expert Witness
- Crime, Punishment and Rehabilitation
- Exploring Research
- Leading Complex and Major Crime Scene Investigation
- Victimology
- Death Investigation - Optional
- The Outsiders - Optional
- Dissertation
How to apply
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:
- L618
- Institution code:
- C99
- Campus name:
- Carlisle - Fusehill Street
- Campus code:
- F
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - A
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - DDDD
T Level - Pass (D or E)
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £9535 | Year 1 |
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
International | £14900 | 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
Provider information
University of Cumbria
Registered Office
Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH