15Nov
UndergraduateDe Montfort University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Examine the impact of crime on society and become empowered to question, challenge, and reshape the systems that surround it. This course brings together sociology, law, philosophy, and social policy to deepen your understanding of criminology in today’s world—locally, nationally, and globally. You’ll develop essential, transferable skills such as critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and reflexivity, preparing you for impactful careers across criminal justice, social justice, and advocacy sectors. From foundational theory to real-world application, this course equips you to confidently address the complexities of social change and contribute meaningfully to society.
- Study at an SDG Global Hub: DMU is the only university in the UK to be a global hub for one of the UNs Sustainable Development Goals - SDG 11, Sustainable Communities and Cities.
- Industry-informed learning: Be taught by experienced criminologists with strong professional links to the British Society of Criminology and other criminal justice organisations.
- Personalise your learning: You can choose from a range of optional modules including: Domestic Violence and Abuse, Animals and Criminology, Genocides and Mass Atrocities, and Alcohol and Other Drugs, Crime and Society.
- Become career ready: Our graduates thrive in roles such as probation service officer, detective constable, police officer, and business analyst - making an impact at organisations like His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service, the Metropolitan Police Service, West Midlands Police, South Yorkshire Police, Lichfield District Council, and Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.
- Tailor your degree: Undertake an independent research project shaped by your own interests, values, and career ambitions within criminology.
- Build key skills: Develop key personal, professional and criminological investigation skills that employers are looking for.
- Global experience: As part of DMU Global, previous students have studied state crime at Auschwitz, subcultures in Chicago, and genetic education in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Modules
FIRST YEAR: Block 1: Studying at university Block 2: Principles of social research Block 3: Contemporary issues in Criminology Block 4: Journeys through justice SECOND YEAR: Block 1: Explaining criminological issues Block 2: Communities of justice Block 3: TBC Block 4: Researching justice journeys THIRD YEAR: Block 1: Planning social research Block 2: Justice in a globalised world Block 3: Emerging issues in Criminology Block 4: Final year project
Assessment method
Over the whole programme, there is a varied mix of assessment that incorporates diverse learning styles including: group presentations, case study analysis, reflective essays, essays, multiple choice exams, individual presentations, posters. There will also be a range of formative assessments including weekly knowledge checks through quizzes and similar variations. Moreover, to help students prepare their skills for future assessments in upcoming blocks, teaching activities will include those that connect to future assessments.
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:
- L390
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Leicester Campus
- Campus code:
- Y
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16250 | Year 1 |
| International | £16250 | 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
*subject to the government, as is expected, passing legislation to formalise the increase
Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government
Provider information
De Montfort University
The Gateway
Leicester
LE1 9BH