Criminology

Criminology examines the world of crime, exploring how it’s tied to social issues, the media, prisons and the courts.

As a criminology student, you will challenge what people think about crime and justice, and learn to understand offenders while acknowledging the impact on victims and communities.

You will also have the chance to do a voluntary work placement in the local community, gaining hands-on experience and making connections that can jumpstart your career.

This course is perfect if you are curious about the real-world impacts of crime and want to make a difference in society.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

• Policing and the prison system and the social construction of crime and (in)justice from a global perspective are some of the fascinating subjects the course covers.

• Learning is a varied mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and independent learning activities and research.

• Varied assessment methods - in the first year, assessment is split between essays and exams; the second and final year consist mainly of coursework.

• Join a vibrant community – the programme area sits within the School of Humanities and Social Science, all based in one building.

• Expert teaching team with varied expertise and who are published and esteemed in their research areas.

• Opportunity to take a placement to give you hands-on experience and help you stand out to potential employers

• Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to suit your personal career goals

• Guest speakers will add to your learning and provide networking opportunities.

Course Modules

Year 1
Introduction to Researching Social and Cultural Life
Criminal Justice Matters
Imagining Crime and Criminals
Theories of Crime
Criminology in Action
Crime, Justice and Inequalities

Year 2
Social and Cultural Life Research Practice
Critical Perspectives on Justice
Punishment, Power and the State
Researching Social and Cultural Life

Options*
Debates and Conflicts in Criminology
Cross-Cultural Criminology
Community Engagement: Theory into Practice
Policing and Society

Optional Placement Year

Final year
Dissertation
Contemporary Studies in Crime and Justice
Violence and Society

Options*
Criminology of Borders
Global Issues: Crime, Power and Harm
Critical Addiction Studies

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.