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Criminology
- BA (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 07/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
This course provides an inter-disciplinary approach to the study of criminology providing students with a wide range of practical and theoretical skills in understanding crime and deviance, and the opportunity to apply these skills using real life case studies.
Criminology explores crime in society, unique in its approach to bringing together different perspectives from criminal law, sociology and forensics aspects. The course allows students to apply these different perspectives to real-life examples, supported by innovative teaching and facilities.
The course will focus on the different perspectives of the professionals involved in understanding why and how a crime was committed, giving students a unique set of problem-solving skills.
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:
- M900
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits P: 15 credits
Pass 60 credits to include 45 Level 3 credits at grade Merit.
Scottish Higher - BBBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6) - Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
T Level - M
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A level - CCC
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Scottish Higher - BCCC
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English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.
Further Information on English language requirements https://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
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.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17570 | Year 1 |
| International | £17570 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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