BA (Hons) Criminology and Law

Course Overview This interdisciplinary course provides a comprehensive exploration of the structures and forces that shape modern society, focusing on social welfare, criminology, and justice systems. It adopts a unique international and comparative approach, analyzing social policy and legal frameworks across diverse global contexts. The program is designed to develop critical thinking and a deep understanding of how law interacts with and regulates societal behavior. Key Program Highlights Comparative international analysis of social policy and welfare systems across Scotland, the UK, Europe, and beyond Examination of criminology, including the causes of crime and the processes of policing, prosecution, and punishment Flexible curriculum allowing students to combine core subjects with diverse electives from across the University Development of highly valued intellectual skills including critical analysis, autonomy, and concise expression Understanding of law's pivotal role in various societal spheres such as business, family, media, and government