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Course summary
Gain a deeper understanding of how we define, classify and respond to crime, and why people commit crimes on this fascinating Criminology degree.
Criminology is a social science examining the nature of law making and how society is 'policed'. Gain a deeper understanding of how we define, classify and respond to crime, and why people break the law. You’ll study all aspects of crime, learning how crime is controlled and regulated in modern societies.
This is a flexible degree. In the first two years you will concentrate on the fundamentals of criminology and sociology. In years three and four you will specialise, working with our academics to explore:
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Contemporary Criminological Theory.
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Penal Institutions.
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Ethnicity, Gender and Crime.
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Human Rights.
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Green Criminology.
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Drugs and Addiction.
We place a strong emphasis on developing your research skills, which are highly valued in the workplace. There is a real-world work placement option in third year, giving you work experience and networking opportunities.
Whether it is team collaboration, assessing evidence, writing reports, researching or completing project work, this criminology degree will make you extremely employable.
After the first two years of study, you can choose to specialise in other areas or carry on studying this pathway.
This course was in the UK Top 10 for Course Satisfaction in the 2023 Guardian University Guide and scored nearly 85% for Teaching and Learning Resources in the 2021 National Student Survey.
Modules
https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/criminology/#modules
Assessment method
You’ll learn through a blend of lectures, tutorials, seminars, workshops, online discussion forums, video screenings, guest speaker presentations, directed and private study, and student-focussed group work.
Other assessment methods include supervised examinations, essays, reports, portfolios, presentations, project work, class and online tests, and reflective analyses. In your final year, you’ll design and produce a research project under the dedicated supervision of an academic staff member.
Around one third of the course is assessed through examination, although the exact proportion depends on your module choices.
Put simply, we aim to give you all the skills you need to move straight into a job or further study when you graduate.
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:
- M9M9
- Institution code:
- A30
- Campus name:
- Abertay Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 - Higher National Certificate/Diploma or equivalent
Please see website for accepted courses
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
A level - CCC
For entry into Year 2 we would look for ABB to include one from Sociology, Politics, History, Psychology plus one other literate subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Health & Social Care
Public Services
Travel & Tourism
Scottish Higher - BBBC
Scottish Advanced Higher - ABB
Entry into Year 2 to include one from Sociology, Politics, History, Psychology, Modern Studies plus one other literate subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3
Scottish HNC - Pass
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:-
Police Studies - Graded Unit C
Social Science - Graded Unit C
Next Gen Social Science - Graded Unit P
Entry into Year 1 with an HNC in one of the following:-
Additional Support Needs - Graded Unit C
Childhood Practice - Graded Unit C
Counselling - Graded Unit C
Legal Services - Graded Unit C
Social Care - Graded Unit C
Social Services - Graded Unit C
Working with Communities - Graded Unit C
Scottish HND - Pass
Entry into Year 2 with an HND in one of the following:-
Legal Services - Graded Units CC
Social Science - Graded Units CC
Entry into Year 1 with an HND in one of the following:-
Additional Support Needs - Graded Unit B
Counselling - Graded Unit B
HNC (BTEC) - D
Entry into Year 1 with HNC (BTEC) Health & Social Care
HND (BTEC) - D
Entry into Year 2 with HND (BTEC) Health & Social Care
T Level - Pass (C and above)
in Core Component.
Education & Early Years
Health
Healthcare Science
Legal Services
Management & Administration
Applicants should have:-
National 5/GCSE English at grade C/4
National 4 Maths or National 4 numerate subject such as Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics at grade C
GCSE Maths or numerate subject such as Science, Biology, Chemistry at grade C/4
National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths/Lifeskills Maths at grade C
Higher Applications of Maths at grade C accepted
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A level - CDD
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Health & Social Care
Public Services
Travel & Tourism
Scottish Higher - BBC
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3
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We may make you an offer at the minimum entry grades if you meet the criteria.
Find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
We look for applicants to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual test lower than 5.5.
Some degrees have higher requirements - refer to the 'entry routes' tab of each degree for more detail.
List of English Language Requirements https://www.abertay.ac.uk/studying/informationforinternationalstudents/english-requirements/
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.
We don't just look at your grades, admission is based on academic merit, considering personal circumstances and potential. We look for applicants to demonstrate relevant and appropriate level of academic achievement as well as personal and professional experiences providing an indication of ability to meet the demands and professional requirements of the course. For a small number of courses, additional means of assessment such as an interview or portfolio may also be required.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16950 | Year 1 |
| International | £16950 | 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.
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