Criminology and Sociology

About the course

BSc Criminology and Sociology at Roehampton explores how crime, justice and social issues are shaped by wider social structures, power, inequality and culture. The course is designed for students who want to understand crime and deviance alongside broader social processes such as identity, class, race, gender and social change.

By combining criminology and sociology, you will develop a deeper understanding of how social forces influence behaviour, institutions and everyday life, while building analytical skills that can be applied to real world social challenges.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in criminological and sociological theory and research, while gaining professional skills valued across justice, policy and public sector roles, including analysing crime and social inequality, understanding how social and criminal justice institutions operate, evaluating social responses to crime and harm, and conducting research to support evidence based decision making.

Future opportunities

This degree prepares you for a wide range of careers focused on social justice, community engagement and public policy. Graduates may go on to work in areas such as:

• Criminal justice and probation services

• Youth justice and community safety

• Social research and policy roles

• Charities, non profit organisations and advocacy groups

• Public sector and local government roles

You will also develop transferable skills in critical thinking, research, communication and data analysis that are valued across public, private and third sector organisations. Some graduates progress to postgraduate study in criminology, sociology, social policy, law or related subjects.

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Lectures and seminars exploring contemporary criminological and sociological debates

• Research led teaching informed by current social issues and case studies

• Coursework based assessment including essays, reports, presentations and a final year project

• Academic guidance and feedback to support your analytical writing and research skills

Digital learning resources are available to support your studies, including online reading materials and recorded content where appropriate.

Facilities

You will study in teaching and learning spaces designed to support discussion, research and collaborative learning, including:

• Modern lecture theatres and seminar rooms

• Digital learning platforms and online academic resources

• Library access to criminology, sociology and social science collections

• Study spaces that support independent and group work

These facilities support your academic development and help you engage critically with contemporary social and criminological issues.