BSc (Hons) Social Policy with Criminology

Course Overview This dynamic Social Policy with Criminology degree equips students to critically analyze and address key societal issues like poverty, inequality, and crime. The program provides a strong foundation in UK and international social policy, coupled with an understanding of criminological theories and criminal justice systems. A strong focus on practical research skills and employability prepares graduates for impactful careers across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. Key Program Highlights Unique focus on Northern Ireland's social and political context, including the implications of UK devolution. Strong emphasis on developing practical social research methods and highly valued transferable skills. Curriculum structured with a major focus (two-thirds) on Social Policy and a minor focus (one-third) on Criminology. Explores contemporary issues including social welfare, justice, policing, sentencing, terrorism, and cybercrime. Offers a diverse range of specialist criminology modules in the final year, allowing for tailored study.