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Criminology and Criminal Justice BA (Hons)

University of Wolverhampton

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University of Wolverhampton
UCAS CODE: MM92

Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Criminology and Criminal Justice is the study of how crime is defined, why some people commit crime and what happens when they do. It is also the study of the police, the courts and penal system, as well as the prevention and deterrence of criminal behaviour. Crime and its impact are at the forefront of current political and social debate.A degree in criminology and criminal justice 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.During your course you will study criminological theories and gain an understanding of the policies and practices within the criminal justice system in England and Wales. 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 policing of society as well as social inequalities and the law.You have the opportunity to undertake a research project on behalf of a relevant statutory or voluntary agency or you can undertake a piece of individual research on an area of criminology or criminal justice that particularly interests you This course is also suitable if you are currently working in a related profession and want to enhance your existing knowledge and skills

Tuition fees

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£ 14,950per year

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University information

University of Wolverhampton

University of Wolverhampton

  • University League Table

    111th

  • Campus address

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

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    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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