BA (Hons) Criminology (with Foundation Year)
Aimed at students looking to work in the criminal justice sector or associated fields, this course benefits from both a theoretical basis as well as a vocational and applied nature. This will enable you to develop a comprehensive understanding of criminology and apply this to current socio-economic policies and conditions.
You will learn through a variety of group sessions, workshops, digital media and a wide range of learning resources, completing a dissertation in your final year or a research project and research methods module. In addition to your knowledge of criminology, you will gain a wide range of analytical, research, problem-solving and communication skills, which are in high demand by employers. As we specialise in teaching, with a focus on problem solving and weighing up arguments, you’ll develop a formidable range of essential skills that can make all the difference when starting your career. The University of Law was awarded a silver rating in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF) in June 2019. We were found to deliver high quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students and consistently exceed rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education.
The first year is a Foundation year which students study alongside our LLB (Law) students and is taught by our law tutors. This year focuses on developing the key skills required to undertake degree level study. The subsequent three years then follow our full-time BA (Hons) Criminology degree course.
Campus Information
Birmingham
Our Birmingham campus is located in the city’s Jewellery Quarter, just a short walk away from the centre of the city and other universities – making it a great place to study. The campus has a café, allowing you to grab hot and cold food whilst on the go and, with great transport links and the Birmingham Snow Hill Train Station just round the corner, you’re never far from the rest of the UK.
Leeds
With more than 200 law firms operating from the city, Leeds has been described by the UK Legal 500 as ‘second only to London’, offering you the chance to enhance your career prospects by providing access to a large range of major employers.
Manchester
Our Manchester campus, which hosts both our legal and business courses, is located in the heart of the city, close to leading law firms and Manchester Piccadilly Train Station. The Metrolink, which connects the whole of Manchester and surrounding areas, is just a 2 minute walk from campus.
London Bloomsbury
Our campus is a 2 minute walk from Goodge Street Underground Station and is right next to Tottenham Court Road – a street with a large range of shops, bars and restaurants, and bus links to all other parts of London.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
At The University of Law, we strive to lead rather than follow, and we are renowned for our entrepreneurialism and cosmopolitan outlook. Our pioneering reputation attracts students, experts and partners from around the world. Through our teaching and collaborations, we seek to be life-changing, world-shaping and ground-breaking.
Everyone working with us, together with the students we serve, deserve to have their talents developed to the full so they can succeed in achieving their ambitions. That’s why we encourage our colleagues to consider new ideas, challenge convention and develop themselves to be the best they can be.
Academic Roles
At The University of Law, we go beyond academic excellence. Our guiding principle is that our students are taught in an inclusive, professional and supportive context, with plenty of practical interactive engagement and one-to-one teaching and support.
If you're looking for a career in Academia and you're also passionate about creating better futures through education, The University of Law could be the perfect fit.
Business Professional Roles
At The University of Law, our focus is on delivering an exceptional educational experience, promoting core values, and embracing inclusivity. Our Business Professional departments include, People & Organisational Development, Procurement, Finance, Marketing, and Estates. In additional to university-specific departments, such as Student Information, Library & Study Skills and Admissions.
Joining us as a Business Professional means playing a pivotal role in ensuring The University of Law delivers outstanding academic experiences and puts students at the heart of everything we do.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
UK Entry Requirements
- 48 UCAS Points from a maximum of 3 A-Levels, or equivalent qualifications
- GCSE English Language at Grade C/4
You will also be invited to an interview with an academic as part of the admissions process, which will take place online.
Non-standard application route
If you have no or limited formal qualifications you will be invited to complete an in-house literacy test at one of our campuses (for those without GCSE English Language at grade C/4), as well as a formal face-to-face interview. You will also need to provide 2 years of appropriate work experience evidenced by a full CV and one reference.
India
English Language Requirements
- English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
Entry Requirements
- Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate -65%
- Course Code: M910
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
66800 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: 28 GBP