Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons)
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Course overview
By exploring the root causes and impacts of inequality, social structures and crime, you'll be able to drive positive change in the lives of vulnerable and excluded individuals, including those affected by the criminal justice system. Social and criminal justice: examine the foundations of justice systems, policies and practices, and how they impact individuals and communities. You will also have the opportunity to engage in current debates on crime, punishment, human rights and social justice to develop solutions for real-world challenges.
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Key highlights
- Explores root causes and impacts of inequality, social structures and crime
- Examines foundations of justice systems, policies and practices
- Engage in current debates on crime, punishment and human rights
- Develop solutions to real-world social justice challenges
- Global and intersectional perspectives on justice and society
- Optional sandwich year adds a fourth year to the degree
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- A-level: BBC — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English
- BTEC: DMM — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- T-level: Merit — UCAS points 112 A level BBC GCSE GCSE English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- International Baccalaureate: 29 — IB Diploma 29 points Access to HE The Access to HE Diploma.
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Careers this course leads to
- Probation officer
- Police officer
- Youth justice worker
- Victim support officer
- Social researcher
- Community development worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,600 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Coventry University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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