Criminology and Sociology

Why this course?
• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)
• Ranked in the top 15% in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)
• #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)

About this course

Gain insight into the global issues we face in modern society at Roehampton. Sociology is about exploring the building blocks of society. It’s the study of the connections that bind us together: families, organisations and social groups. The study of Criminology explores people’s motivations behind criminal behavior and modern methods for counteracting crime in society. Our social science department is rated one of the best in the UK for the impact of our research.

Skills
On our BA Criminology and Sociology course, our priority is ensuring that you graduate with a professional skillset. This incorporates;

Criminology:
• Ability to access and comprehend academic texts, understanding historical and social influences on criminal justice.
• Proficiency in understanding crime dynamics, evaluating perspectives, and conducting critical analysis.
• Utilising various materials for coherent written work, evaluating sources, and presenting findings effectively.
• Analyse information, propose solutions, and understand the intersectionality of deviance and crime.

Sociology:
• Application of theoretical perspectives and research methods, understanding ethical considerations.
• Recognising social diversity, institutions, and historical/cultural influences, fostering a sociological imagination.
• Enhancing communication skills, self-awareness, and understanding of sociology's relevance in everyday life.

Career Opportunities

This programme opens the door to working in many different areas that shape society. This degree is the ideal launchpad for careers in: Police force, Prison and probation service, The Home Office, The Ministry of Justice, Wider criminal justice system, Opportunities in Charity Sector and Advocacy Organisations.

Teaching designed around you

At Roehampton, we want to provide you with the flexibility you need while you study, and the contact time to help you succeed. We schedule our teaching across no more than three days each week. Plus, we'll confirm which days these are well in advance of the start of term, so you can plan ahead.
So, if you want to have more focused personal study time, a part-time job, need to balance family commitments, or want to reduce the time you spend commuting, we’re the ideal choice for you.

Student support available 24/7

At Roehampton, student support is available 7 days a week.
Our committed academic staff will support, help and guide you throughout your studies and help you prepare for your future career. We also offer study, wellbeing and careers support on-campus and online, so you can get the help you need when you want it.
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.

You can study modules from both our Criminology and Sociology degrees.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS