BSc (Hons) Criminal Investigation

Course Overview This course provides a critical and practical examination of modern police criminal investigations, preparing you for a dynamic career in criminal justice. You will analyze investigative practices from multiple perspectives and understand the evolving challenges detectives face in today's complex landscape. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience to develop a comprehensive skill set. Key Program Highlights Critically analyze police effectiveness in volume, serious, complex, and major crime investigations. Gain practical experience through investigative interviewing exercises, including the opportunity to interview a suspect. Explore the impact of modern challenges, including technology-driven crime, austerity measures, and detective shortages. Investigate a potential real miscarriage of justice and present findings to the partner charity, Inside Justice. Develop a solid grounding for a wide range of careers within the criminal justice sector and beyond.