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Criminology and History - BA (Hons)

Keele University

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Keele University
UCAS CODE: MXV1

Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Uncover the past, make sense of the present and investigate crime and its causes with our Criminology and History BA. Explore themes such as crime, justice, victimisation and crime control while decoding the past to discover the social, economic, political and cultural forces that have shaped today’s world. This programme equips you with real-world expertise, critical thinking and analytical skills, and the professional capabilities needed to pursue diverse career pathways in sectors including the police, law, journalism and the civil service.


Why choose this course?

- Global Top 300 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2022) - Keele pioneered the teaching of undergraduate Criminology in the UK- Learn to critically evaluate and reflect on historical events and how these have impacted the world we live in- Undertake a work placement to prepare you for future employment- Study abroad to experience a different culture at a partner universityCurious about crime and its impact? Fascinated by the past and how crime has changed over time? Our Criminology and History degree lets you explore both subjects, deepening your understanding of crime and society through studying diverse criminological perspectives and pivotal historical events. You'll develop a strong foundation in current theories, concepts, and methodologies to better understand contemporary global challenges. Explore the nature of crime, how it’s defined by law and public opinion, and its impact on society. Through real-world case studies, you’ll examine criminal behaviour, justice, victimisation, and crime control.Delve into the social, cultural, and international factors influencing crime, analyse criminological data, and evaluate global approaches to criminal justice. Develop critical thinking skills to question the effectiveness of crime prevention and justice systems.A diverse range of historical topics are explored that will sharpen your knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills. You’ll trace the forces of change in human history, analysing how these defining moments have impacted on societies and the world. In doing so, you will build research skills, evaluate historical evidence, and reflect on key events to hone your critical thinking and gain transferable skills to effectively interpret information. Optional modules allow you to tailor your studies to specific areas of interest. You can choose from topics such as murder, death and destruction, social order and deviance, history in film and media and 21st century policing. Our career-focused approach includes real-world projects, work placements, and study abroad opportunities preparing you with employability skills for wide ranging career opportunities in roles within policing, youth services, local government, heritage and more.


About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Keele University

Keele University

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    Keele University, Staffordshire, Keele, Staffordshire, ST5 5BG, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    80th out of 90 4

    56th out of 101 14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    116 57%

    54th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    55.0 55%

    78th

    30

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    70th

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    116 55%

    55th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    55th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    42nd

    11

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