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Criminology and Sociology at Keele University - UCAS

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Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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28Jun
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16Aug
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Course summary

Criminology and Sociology BA at Keele equips you to analyse complex social phenomena, explore the intersections of society and criminal justice, whilst developing innovative solutions to current and future societal challenges. Combining insights from two dynamic disciplines, this programme draws on a range of theories, methodologies, and data sets to address pressing social and criminological issues. Prepare to become a social scientist through engagement with community groups, activists and people working in public and private sectors. Why choose this course?

  • Keele pioneered the teaching of undergraduate Criminology in the UK
  • Global Top 300 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2022)
  • Benefit from real-world industry experience with a placement year opportunity
  • A chance to broaden your horizons and study abroad at a partner university
  • No. 1 in the UK. Britain's best university, as ranked by students (Student Crowd University Awards, 2022)
Build an understanding of crime, its causes and impacts in society through a Criminology and Sociology degree. Our programme offers a foundation in two core disciplines and the tools to examine inequality and social justice. Learn to recognise the classic theories and influences of social divisions around race, class, gender and sexuality, developing a clear understanding of the causes and impacts of various forms of discrimination. Foster an in-depth understanding of how individuals operate within social structures and institutions. The integration of both subjects allows you to apply sociological and criminological theory and evidence to real-world context to examine underlying causes of social issues. Develop as a social scientist and learn to drive positive social change and influence crucial debates in criminal justice. Explore how social factors influence crime patterns and the efficacy of preventive measures within broader social and global contexts. Become familiar with effective skills to navigate and resolve social crises through appropriate concepts and methods. You will engage with public, private, and community sectors to see how criminological and sociological knowledge can be applied in real-world contexts. Apply this to your learning and Independent Study Project in Criminology or Sociology to investigate a range of topics from gender identity, environmental justice and the impact of technological change to issues like organised crime, state violence, and victimisation. Supported by engaged researchers and a curriculum that bridges theory and practice, you will develop your analytical thinking and research skills. About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please see our website for our full range of entry requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/criminologyandsociology/#entry-reqs

Student Outcomes

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67%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
94%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

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

Please note, our fees for 2025 entry will be available soon. Although we review our fees annually and these may change, our 2024 entry fees are detailed on our course pages, and a summary is available on our website: keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/tuitionfeesandfunding/undergraduatetuitionfees/
Criminology and Sociology at Keele University - UCAS