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Criminology and Criminal Justice

University of Kent

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Kent

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Why do crime rates rise and fall and what can authorities do to reduce criminal offending? Does prison work? How can you prepare for a successful career in criminal justice? By choosing Criminology and Criminal Justice at Kent, you'll discuss all these questions and more, developing the knowledge and skills to answer them. You’ll learn about criminal justice systems across the world, including our own prisons, police and courts, discovering the challenges each of them face. You’ll also explore key debates around crime policy through a critical and career-focused lens.At Kent, you’ll be taught by world-leading academics and experienced criminal justice professionals who have worked with Kent Police, the Metropolitan Police, HM Prisons Service, the Ministry of Justice, the Probation Service, the legal profession and charities supporting victims and communities.Our diverse and cutting-edge range of modules covers areas such as cybercrime, criminal psychology, drug policy, violent crime, youth offending and hate crime, giving you the chance to explore a full range of criminological topics and tailor your degree to your own interests. Year Abroad:You are expected to adhere to any academic progression requirements in Stages 1 and 2 to proceed to the year abroad. If the requirement is not met, you will be transferred to the equivalent three-year programme. The year abroad is assessed on a pass/fail basis and will not count towards your final degree classification.Year in industry:You have the option to add a year in industry to this course. We already know you have the confidence and commitment to thrive in the workplace and kick-start your career. This is your chance to prove it, to yourself and to employers.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 19,300per year

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

University information

University of Kent

University of Kent

  • University League Table

    49th

  • Campus address

    University of Kent, Canterbury Campus, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom

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A range of scholarships for international students, including GREAT Scholarships for students from China, Ghana, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan or Thailand.
Kent offers globally recognised degrees and has a diverse student community representing over 180 nationalities.
Kent provides excellent support for international students, including English language training and academic study support.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    32nd out of 112 1

    40th out of 101 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    135 58%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    62nd

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 77%

    68th

    29

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    112 53%

    69th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    55th

    31

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    62nd

    18

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