CRIMINOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY B.A (Hons)

Many of the major challenges facing the world today, such as terrorism, environmental destruction, corruption, and inequalities, can be understood better through a combination of sociological and criminological approaches. On this course you will explore the ways in which institutions, systems of power, culture and economics impact on crime, disorder and social problems. 

Studying Criminology and Sociology will enable you to think independently, critically, and imaginatively about the issues that shape our everyday lives and our futures.

The compulsory sociology modules will provide you with a grounding in the key areas of the discipline: inequalities, social theory and research methods. Our programme covers a wide range of topics including families, health, activism and protest, social media, globalisation and urban life.

Likewise, the criminology programme introduces you to the theory, practice and research methods associated with criminology as a discipline, as well as offering the chance to learn in more depth about some of the key crime and criminal justice issues affecting contemporary societies. There are also opportunities to gain hands on experience through volunteering in the community and/or work experience with external agencies who work in criminal justice or resettlement.