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Course summary
The FdA Criminal Justice course introduces you to the systems and policies behind criminal justice in our society. From exploring the causes of crime to analysing how laws are enforced, you’ll get to grips with today’s all-important issues.
You'll develop critical knowledge and practical skills that are highly valued by employers in a variety of criminal justice roles. You’ll study real-world topics like policing, rehabilitation, youth justice, and criminology, preparing you for a rewarding career.
Our experienced teaching staff bring a wealth of knowledge from across the criminal justice sector, ensuring that your learning is informed by the latest research and practice.
You'll also benefit from a supportive learning environment and opportunities to build valuable connections with industry professionals. This course will empower you to make a difference in the sector.
Why study Criminal Justice at NTU in Mansfield?
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The course includes a placement alongside your studies in areas such as policing, youth justice agencies, charities and local youth groups in the Mansfield area.
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On completing this foundation degree you’ll be well-placed to go straight into the world of work and take up a variety of careers within the Criminal Justice sector.
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On completing the course, you'll be eligible to top-up to degree-level study in BA (Hons) Criminal Justice (Top-up), BA (Hons) Professional Policing or BA (Hons) Youth Justice (year two).
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**The course is delivered over 2-3 days a week, ** allowing you to fit in study around other commitments.
Modules
There are six modules in year one each worth 20 credits
Criminology, Crime & Crime prevention
Preparing for Professional Practice
Child and Adolescent Development
Rights, Ethics and Safeguarding
The Criminal Justice Sector & the role of the police
Evolution of the Youth Justice System
There are six modules in year two each worth 20 credits
Crime & Social Inclusion
Skills Development for Professional Practice
Crime investigation
Police Powers and the Law
Penology, the secure estate and probation work
Interventions and offender management
Assessment method
Teaching learning and assessment will be varied, appealing to a diverse range of learners, and make use of technology in the form of electronic portfolios, blogs, and simulation suites.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Mansfield
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L311
- Institution code:
- N91
- Campus name:
- Mansfield
- Campus Code:
- 9
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Nottingham Trent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- L311
- Institution code:
- N91
- Campus name:
- Mansfield
- Campus Code:
- 9
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 56 - 64 points
56 - 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications
A level
56 - 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
MPP from a BTEC Extended Diploma
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
56 - 64 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Diploma and one A-Level or equivalent qualification
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
56 - 64 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-Levels or equivalent qualifications
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade C/4
GCSE Maths grade C/4
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
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.
NTU makes contextual offers for this course to give everyone a fair chance to access their chosen degree.
Contextual offers are lower than our standard entry criteria or may be an unconditional offer for courses that require a portfolio. We also take individual circumstances into account when we receive results and may accept grades lower than our published criteria.
We use a range of data from UCAS to make our offers and more information on our approach is available at the link below.
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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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17950 | Year 1 |
| International | £17950 | 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.
Additional fee information
The tuition fees above are subject to parliamentary procedure. They haven't been confirmed yet, but we expect them to be finalised by May 2026. The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.
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