Criminology and Sociology

The course is informed by and regularly updated to incorporate current industry thinking, with lecturing staff who have connections and ongoing practice within the sector – ensuring what you study is current, relevant and practically linked to real-world developments and issues.

Throughout the course you’ll develop scientific approaches to researching key issues, applying concepts from sociology and criminology. You’ll also develop a range of key skills which will help you become analytical and enable problem solving. You’ll become an excellent communicator with a good understanding of empathy. These skills will provide useful tools for a range of careers in healthcare, public sector, leadership, law enforcement, finance, research and IT.

This degree emphasises the practical application of criminology and sociology, with real-world assessments integrated throughout. In sociology and criminology modules you’ll reflect on real issues such as community empowerment, justice, and, applied sociology. You’ll also develop knowledge and skills to become competent in critically understanding justice, crime, social issues and equity.

If you’re looking to study our criminology and sociology degree but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, the social sciences foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress. Find out more about the social sciences foundation year.

Who is this course for?
This course is for students who want to study criminology and sociology developing a excellent knowledge of sociology and criminology that can be applied to their future development and careers.

What does this course lead to?
This degree will give you the skills and knowledge to be able to work in many roles in the voluntary, public and private sector. The skills you learn and develop when you study sociology and criminology can be used in a diverse range of careers.

For example, being a critical thinker and being able to assess different viewpoints, asking critical questions about social issues has meant that employers in a range of sectors see sociology and criminology degrees as desirable.

More specifically, sociology and criminology graduates develop communication skills, analytical skills, and cross-cultural understanding, which can be utilised in a number of employment opportunities.

YEAR ONE
CORE MODULES

Becoming Sociological
Broken Britain: Social Problems and Inequalities
Researching Southampton
Power: Its Uses and Abuses

YEAR TWO
CORE MODULES

Death, Dying, Killing
Punishment, Resistance and Desistance
Research, Practice and Employment
Believing and Belonging

FINAL YEAR
CORE MODULES

World in Crisis and Wasted Lives
Working with Gender and Sexuality in Criminal Justice
Advocacy, Rights and Community Action
The Social Project

You may be assessed by a combination of:
Case studies
Essays
Portfolios
Assignments
In-class tests
As part of this course, you will study one module at a time, giving you the chance to build a deeper understanding and see the results of your hard work more quickly. With regular assessments and feedback, rather than exams all at once, you’ll also benefit from improved focus, and a more manageable workload.