BA (Hons) Criminology with Law
Bournemouth UniversityBournemouth University Lansdowne Campus, with some law units taught at Talbot Campus
Course overview
Does crime shape our legal system or does the law dictate our social reaction to crime? This course examines the nature of crime, its causes and the legal responses to it.
Key highlights
- Examines the nature of crime, its causes and legal responses
- Explores how crime and the legal system shape each other
- Option to take a 30-week work placement
- Foundation year route available for those needing extra preparation
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — For September 2026 entry: 104-120 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BCC-BBB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
- A-level: BCC-BBB — including a minimum of 2
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- T-level: Merit — We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DMM) and T Levels (Merit).
Scholarships
BU Academic Excellence Scholarship (International)
£2,500 (tuition fee reduction) for the first year of your study (Level C, I or H).
Up to £2,500BU Music Scholarships
Music scholars receive free music lessons and other benefits in kind, such as examination fees and assistance with buying music. This amounts to approximately £600 per year.
BU Sport Scholarship
£0 to £5,000 and/or sport science support.
Careers this course leads to
- Probation Officer
- Police Officer
- Paralegal
- Crime Analyst
- Youth Justice Worker
- Prison Officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £19,635
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 Bournemouth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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