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Criminology and Youth Justice at Coventry University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Coventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

18Oct
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29Nov
Coventry University - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

Uncover the causes of crime, learn to prevent and investigate it, and develop practical skills for a meaningful career working with children and young people affected by crime. Crime and youth justice impact individuals and communities worldwide. This course aims to equip you with essential knowledge and practical skills to support young people affected by crime, whether as suspects, victims or witnesses. Blending criminal justice with safeguarding, education and wellbeing, this course should prepare you for a career in rehabilitation and prevention. Bridge theory and practice: apply key criminological and forensic theories to real-world challenges, engaging with current debates and pressing issues in the field. Stay ahead of the curve: explore and critically evaluate the latest developments in crime and criminal justice management at local and global levels. Think creatively, act impactfully: develop innovative solutions to complex issues within criminology and the wider criminal and youth justice system, preparing you for a dynamic range of career options. Why you should study this course

  • Project-based learning: actively engage in real-world, meaningful projects. Work on complex problems, create tangible solutions and develop essential skills, such as critical thinking, collaboration and communication.
Beyond the classroom: learn the skills involved in educating young people in settings such as secure schools, young offenders’ institutions and pupil referral units.
  • Global perspective, real-world skills: explore youth justice systems and rehabilitation using international and comparative approaches, with a focus on transnational and border criminology.
  • Contemporary curriculum: examine the links between crime, punishment and mental health. This course takes a child-first, trauma-informed approach to understanding the health and wellbeing of children and young people in youth justice settings.
  • Build your experience: develop the knowledge and skills to safeguard children and young people from criminal exploitation, reduce crime, tackle violence and anti-social behaviour, and create better futures within safer communities.
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Modules

This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses: Criminology BA (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Investigations BA (Hons) Criminology and Law BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology BA (Hons) Criminology and Youth Justice BA (Hons) Year One Modules: The Psychology of Criminal Behaviour The Criminal Justice System Crime Patterns and Analysis Principles of Investigation: Theory and Practice Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final years of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Psychological Interventions and Evidence - based Practice Digital Technology and Crime Victimology Innovation, Creativity and Leadership We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.

Assessment method

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include for example: Writing exercises such as essays, reports, policy reviews and briefings Live simulations and reflective journals about them Group and individual presentations Posters and infographics Problem-solving scenarios such as case studies Podcasts, academic posters and vlogs. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

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

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Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.

Student Outcomes

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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

*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

Additional costs/fee information 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 . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Criminology and Youth Justice at Coventry University - UCAS