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

University of East London

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    University Square Stratford

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

As a criminology student you'll investigate the nature of crime and criminality, studying society's response through the criminal justice system. You'll learn how societies try to control and punish crime and disorder, gaining a theoretical and practical understanding of this fascinating subject.Criminology takes a social sciences approach by studying and classifying crime, and exploring theories around criminal behaviour. As well as the theory, you'll learn how society deals with criminal behaviour by studying institutions and roles such as the police, courts, prisons and probation service.The course offers a wide choice of options in your final year and you'll be expected to undertake an independent piece of research on a relevant topic of particular interest to you.Our foundation year course is perfect if you want a degree in criminology and criminal justice but you don't meet the standard entry requirements. First we prepare you for your degree during your foundation year, bringing you up to speed with academic skills and a firm grounding in the subject. Then you can go on to do the full undergraduate degree.Our criminology graduates have found work in a wide variety of roles. Some have pursued a career in a related field while others have used the transferable skills they have learnt in other areas.The course has a strong focus on preparing you for the world of work, with a specific employability module in year two. This is geared towards providing you with the best advice on preparing yourself for the job market and applying for jobs.

Tuition fees

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£ 15,560per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of East London

  • University League Table

    126th

  • Campus address

    University of East London, University Way, London, Greater London, E16 2RD, United Kingdom

One of the few universities in London with on-campus accommodation. Accommodation boasts beautiful waterfront views, and each student gets their own en suite.
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of the University of East London. UEL is home to more than 36,000 students representing over 160 nationalities.
Location. London offers great cultural richness, including world-class museums and art galleries, and career opportunities across all industries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    104th out of 112 4

    88th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    106 45%

    90th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    55.0 55%

    108th

    20
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.35 84%

    5th

    45
  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    102 49%

    88th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    50.0 50%

    90th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    59th

    39

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