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Criminology and Criminal Justice and Law with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton

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UCAS CODE: L311

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


This is a 4 year degree course. Please ensure that when you apply for this course you choose Point of entry 1 in your UCAS Hub.

Crime and its impact, are at the forefront of current political and social debate. A degree in criminology and criminal justice with law enables you to explore the reality behind the newspaper headlines on crime and examine a topic which is relevant, topical and has real, practical application in contemporary society. You will also cover a number of key law subject areas which link to the criminology side of your course.You will study a wide range of topics covering the legal and sociological issues of criminology and criminal justice, including, the operation of the criminal courts through punishment and sentencing and policing of society as well as social inequalities and the law. You will cover a range of law areas which are of specific relevance to this field of study.The foundation year of this course is designed to offer applicants who do not have the required qualifications, a programme which will equip them with a robust toolkit of academic, digital and personal skills required for successful study in higher education. It also provides an understanding of, and insight into, a range of disciplines that underpin their chosen programme of study. In the foundation year students will develop their ability to gain the most out of structured in-class study, and also to manage and evaluate their own independent learning. This wide range of transferable skills is of immense value in both undergraduate study and graduate employment. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, students will have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and understanding of their subject area to degree level.

Tuition fees

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£ 14,950per year

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University information

University of Wolverhampton

  • University League Table

    111th

  • Campus address

    University of Wolverhampton, Wulfruna Street, Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton, WV1 1LY, England

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    101st out of 109 4

    95th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    97 44%

    109th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    59.0 59%

    100th

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    11th

    4
  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    100 48%

    99th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    57.0 57%

    67th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    71st

    12

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