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Criminology and Sociology with a Year in Industry
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time with year in industry
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Singleton Park Campus
- Awarded by:
- Swansea University (Prifysgol Abertawe)
Course summary
Our integrated BSc Criminology and Sociology degree brings together two exciting and complementary social science disciplines. One of the distinctive features of our BSc Criminology and Sociology programme is the flexibility it offers. At Swansea University, we understand that every student has unique interests, ambitions, and career goals. That’s why we give you the freedom to design a degree structure that works for you.
You can choose to immerse yourself fully in both disciplines, or focus more heavily on one area while still benefiting from the insights of the other. The structure allows you to personalise your studies to match your ambitions, if you aspire for a career in criminal justice, social research, policy development, or any field connected to social justice.
You will study the development of Sociological and Criminological perspectives and learn why these matter so much in contemporary society.
Alongside this, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of crucial social and crime-related matters, such as substance use, housing and poverty.
Throughout your studies, you will develop a range of transferable skills which are relevant to future employment, both in social science-related professions, as well as far broader.
The third year of a 4-year course with a Year in Industry will be spent on placement. We have a strong network of industry contacts, and you will receive dedicated support from our in-house employability team, ranging from CV advice through to mock interviews.
Modules
In Year 1, you will typically study areas including: Individuals and Society, Discovering Sociology, The Sociological and Criminological Imagination, Law, Criminal Justice and Human Rights, Victims and victimology, Foundations in Social Science Research.
In Year 2, you will typically study areas including: Interrogating Quantitative Social Science Methods, Citizenship and Surveillance, Interrogating Qualitative Social Science Methods.
In Year 3, you undertake a Year in Industry.
In Year 4, you will typically study areas including: Who’s, in, who’s out? Inclusion and Exclusion: Socio/Criminological Perspectives. You can also undertake an optional Dissertation.
Assessment method
We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include:
• Blog and poster writing
• Creating a vlog
• Personal reflections
Throughout your undergraduate Criminology and Sociology degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing.
For full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/criminology-sociology-social-policy/bsc-criminology-sociology/ or get in touch with us at study@swansea.ac.uk
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:
- MLGI
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are an International Student, please visit our International pages for more information about entry requirements: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/requirements/
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 128 points
A level - ABB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
International students must achieve 4 at Higher Level English Language and/or Literature, or 5 at Standard Level English Language and/or Literature.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Swansea University accepts the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Grade C or 4 in Mathematics and English or Welsh (first language) is required.
All applications are considered on an individual basis, with GCSE grades, AS Level subjects and grades, work experience, references and personal statement taken into account. Variable offers are made dependent on subjects studied.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-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.
UK applicants who meet course requirements are guaranteed a conditional offer. We assess applications on individual merit. We consider making reduced offers, eg. to Care Leavers or students with extenuating circumstances. We encourage you to disclose any relevant circumstances.
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales is considered as equivalent to one full A-Level and students can take x2 A-levels alongside this. EPQ students predicted Grade B or above will receive a one-grade offer reduction.
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.
- Data from:
- This course and 12 other sociology courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAB
- Highest grades
- CDD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
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Additional fee information
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Further information on tuition fees can be found here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/
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