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Criminology and Criminal Justice

  • BA
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
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Course summary

Our degree in criminology and criminal justice is aimed at anyone who wants to learn more about the causes, consequences and prevention of crime at local, national and international levels.

The degree will give you an understanding of what causes crime, what its effects are, and how it can be prevented. You'll explore the latest social, cultural and political debates surrounding crime through subjects such as security and terrorism, and the criminology of war. This course is also your chance to enter the worlds of policing, forensic psychology, and miscarriages of justice.

Our criminology graduates have taken up roles in the police, prison and security services, and the civil services.

What you should know about this course

  • This course offers great opportunities to explore this fascinating discipline in both applied and theoretical context.

  • You will explore the social, cultural and political debates surrounding crime, victimisation and deviance.

  • You will enhance your academic knowledge of key issues, including security, terrorism, gender, cybercrime and criminology of war.

  • You will learn about crime scene investigation, forensic psychology, and the Criminal Justice System.

Modules

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Assessment method

Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)

Study options

  • BA • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
M312
Institution code:
G70
Campus name:
University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
Campus Code:
G
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2

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

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
M312
Institution code:
G70
Campus name:
University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
Campus Code:
G

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

We will consider applications for direct entry to Year 2 of this degree from those currently studying on Year 1 (i.e. Level 4) of a criminology undergraduate degree at a UK/EU university (or equivalent at a recognised overseas university).

The Level 4 content of the degree must compare to that of our BA Hons Criminology and Criminal Justice degree. Applicants must also complete and pass, at their first attempt, 120 CATS credits at Level 4 with an overall grade in the upper-second class (i.e. 60% or above).

Please note that we do not take any direct entrants into Year 3 of any of our criminology degrees.

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
112 points

We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy.

We also accept applications if you wish to transfer from another institution, and have already studied 1 or 2 years of a relevant course at level 4 or 5 and wish to continue your education at the University of Greenwich.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below.https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our vision is to deliver Education Without Boundaries by proactively supporting students to achieve their ambitions which is reflected in the wide range of grades we accept and our contextual admissions policy. Our commitment to supporting our students to succeed is demonstrated in our Gold rated Teaching Excellence Framework.

We accept a wide range and combination of qualifications, many of which are not included in the data below. Learn more about our approach to admissions on our website.

Learn more on the University of Greenwich website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

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

The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed as £9,790 per year. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees

Sponsorship information

We understand that the transition to university for undergraduate students can be daunting and confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies

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