Applied Sociology and Criminology BSc (Hons)
University of BedfordshireBedford Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Explore the forces that shape society and understand crime in a rapidly changing world while you dive into issues such as media representations of crime; urban and youth violence; forensic mental health; and the power of digital technologies. The course is designed to be both practical and thought-provoking, supporting you to build strong research and data-analysis skills while gaining hands-on experience. As you learn, you develop the knowledge and skills to make a difference in fields such as criminal justice, social policy, victim support and offender rehabilitation, to name just a few paths.
The course culminates in an independent dissertation, giving you the chance to explore a topic you’re passionate about. We have robust associations with organisations such as HMP Wells, Luton council, Luton's Women's Aid, Luton Women's Centre, local charities and volunteering organisations. These open up opportunities for volunteering and work placements for our students in the community or in practice.
Key highlights
- Explores media representations of crime, urban and youth violence
- Covers forensic mental health and the power of digital technologies
- Builds strong research and data-analysis skills with hands-on experience
- Links with HMP Wells, Luton council and Luton's Women's Aid
- Volunteering and work placement opportunities in the community
- Culminates in an independent dissertation on a topic of your choice
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 96 — 96 UCAS tariff points including 80 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalent
Scholarships
A level and IB Scholarship for International Students
Our A level and IB scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Advanced Placement (AP) Merit Scholarship
Our AP Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Hong Kong Diploma (HKDSE) Merit Scholarship
Our HKDSE Merit Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000International Foundation Year Scholarship
Our International Foundation Year Scholarship is worth £5000 off international tuition fees for the first year of study.
Up to £5,000International Undergraduate Subject-specific scholarships
Our International Undergraduate subject-specific scholarships are worth up to £5000 off international tuition fees for each year of study.
Up to £5,000Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Criminal justice practitioner
- Social policy officer
- Victim support worker
- Offender rehabilitation officer
- Probation officer
- Social researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £16,800 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 Bedfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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