BSc (Hons) Criminology and Policing
The University of LawBirmingham Leeds London Bloomsbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) Criminology and Policing degree combines our expertise in contemporary criminology and professional policing to give you a comprehensive understanding of criminological concepts, theories and ideas that you will be able to apply to current socio-economic policies and conditions. Cutting edge, engaging and employability focused, this course will prepare you for a career within the criminal justice system in roles such as policing, prison and probation, research and youth work. You’ll be encouraged to think critically, look further, and imagine alternative perspectives, building a strong foundation for graduate-level employment or further study.
Key highlights
- Combines contemporary criminology with professional policing expertise
- Apply criminological theories to current socio-economic policies and conditions
- Employability-focused preparation for careers across the criminal justice system
- Develops critical thinking and alternative perspectives on crime and justice
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A Level: BBC BTEC: DMM UCAS Tariff Points*: 112 GCSE: English Language Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent Requirements for the Foundation Year differ from those listed. *From three A Levels or equivalent
- BTEC: DMM — A Level: BBC BTEC: DMM UCAS Tariff Points*: 112 GCSE: English Language Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent Requirements for the Foundation Year differ from those listed. *From three A Levels or equivalent
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language
Scholarships
Career Changer Scholarship - Undergraduate
First Year Full Fee Scholarships and partial fee scholarships, are available for all undergraduate courses.
Lord Blunkett Widening Access Scholarship - Undergraduate
Awards of £1,000 each are available to all undergraduate degrees, excluding apprenticeship programmes.
Up to £1,000Set for Success Scholarship
The Sherryl Kintu Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Police Constable
- Prison Officer
- Probation Officer
- Criminology Researcher
- Youth Worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: UK Students per year: £9,535 | International: International Students per year: £18,100 (London), £17,200 (non-London)
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 The University of Law, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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