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Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)

Kingston University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Penrhyn Road Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Why choose this course?

This exciting course is designed for aspiring criminologists and those wishing to learn about the criminal justice system.

You will explore fascinating topics, including the causes of crime, its impact on individuals and communities, and how society responds. You will also learn about crime, victimisation and criminal justice policy and systems across the world.

You will be taught by an experienced team of research active lecturers who use a range of interactive teaching and innovative assessment methods, including court observations, crime scene house investigation, empirical research, case study analysis, podcasts, and briefing and policy reports

We have strong links with a range of practitioners, including the police, community safety teams, NGOs, charities, criminal justice policy makers and governmental organisations. You will have opportunities to undertake volunteering placements or internships, gaining practical experience in the field. We also have an inspiring line-up of guest speakers who share their experiences from working in criminal justice.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

  • Through a work placement or volunteering internship option you will be able to apply and practice your skills and gain valuable experience for your future career. The special emphasis on criminal in this programme is particularly well suited to a future careers in advocacy, youth justice, probation, the resettlement of offenders, victim support, social research and criminal justice policy making.
  • You will develop well-rounded knowledge of key issues within criminology and be able to apply this to real-world issues.
  • You will learn about the criminal justice system and engage with debates bout the application of justice. Your knowledge will be enhanced by meeting and working with a range of criminal justice practitioners.
  • We have a comprehensive programme of guest speakers who share their insights and experiences, including police detectives and undercover operatives, probation officers, NGO founders and criminal justice policy makers.
  • We are focused on supporting, preparing and equipping you for your professional life after university.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 20,700per year

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

University information

Kingston University

Kingston University

  • University League Table

    89th

  • Campus address

    Penrhyn Road Campus, Penrhyn Road, Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT1 2EE, United Kingdom

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A global learning environment with students from more than 140 countries, developing cross-cultural awareness and the skills needed for international careers.
Industry-connected education that embeds enterprise, applied learning and employer insight to prepare graduates for a rapidly evolving global workplace.
Continued investment in campuses, digital learning and the Future Skills curriculum to equip students with adaptable, career-ready expertise.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    48th out of 112 16

    99th out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    113 48%

    76th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    76th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    11th

    60

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    110 52%

    73rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    45.0 45%

    97th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 74%

    87th

    65

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