University of Sunderland

BSc (Hons) Criminology Full-time

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Criminology course explores key issues surrounding crime and victimisation, examining the causes, consequences, and societal responses to crime. It covers current issues, policy, and practices in the criminal justice system, with a focus on equipping you to work with vulnerable or high-risk individuals. Strong links with organisations like Northumbria Police and HM Prison Service offer valuable placement and volunteering opportunities to help you gain career-relevant experience.

You'll also have the chance to take part in our Local Appropriate Adult Scheme, where you can volunteer as someone's appropriate adult and achieve an additional professional qualification. Your learning will be shaped by current research from our lecturers who specialise in topics such as domestic violence, offender risk management, gender based violence, desistance from crime, the criminalisation of sex work, and disability and vulnerability.

Key highlights

  • Explores causes, consequences and societal responses to crime and victimisation
  • Prepares you to work with vulnerable or high-risk individuals
  • Placement and volunteering links with Northumbria Police and HM Prison Service
  • Volunteer as an appropriate adult for an additional professional qualification
  • Research-led teaching on domestic violence, desistance and offender risk management
  • Lecturer specialisms include gender based violence, sex work and disability

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Tariff points from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Dip…
  • GCSE: C or above — You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above.

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500
  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200
  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500
  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Police officer
  • Prison officer
  • Probation officer
  • Victim support worker
  • Youth justice worker
  • Offender management officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 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 University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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