Course summary

Through an exciting combination of theory and practice, our BA (Hons) Criminology course will give you a unique opportunity to understand how crime relates to the real-world and how criminology can enable meaningful change. Supported by a diverse team of expert staff with industry experience across different areas of criminology and policing, you’ll undertake a range of modules underpinned by cutting-edge research and strong relationships with the police, probation service and other criminal justice agencies. As well as opportunities to undertake work experience at a number of organisations, students on the course can apply for a year-long paid placement as a Prison Officer*. Successful students will be changed onto the BA (Hons) Criminology (Prison Sandwich) four-year course. You'll have the opportunity to gain experiences beyond the classroom, exploring how crime relates to the real-world through exciting field trips to courts, the National Justice Museum and more. Students also have the opportunity to study abroad. In your final year, you’ll have the chance to specialise through choosing distinctive optional modules related to your interests and chosen future career path. Our students have gone on to develop their careers in a range of areas including roles in the Police, Probation Officer, roles in the Ministry of Justice and Home Office, UN Case Worker, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Intelligence Analyst, Community Safety roles and more. *The Prison Officer placement opportunity is via a competitive application and vetting process.