BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology

Course Overview This degree explores the critical questions of crime, justice, and society, moving beyond common-sense explanations to analyze the social, economic, and cultural forces that shape criminal behavior and its consequences. You will develop a sophisticated understanding of the criminal justice system while examining how factors like media, globalization, race, and gender influence experiences of crime and victimization. The program equips you with critical thinking and analytical skills highly valued for a range of professional paths or further postgraduate study. Key Program Highlights Examine the social construction of crime through themes of power, class, race, and gender. Gain a critical, in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system and its societal role. Analyze the powerful influence of media and globalization on crime and public perception. Tailor your studies with specialized module options and a dissertation on a topic of your choice. Develop highly sought-after employability skills for careers in policing, probation, community development, and the public sector.