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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Curzon Building Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-23
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Want to study both criminology and sociology at University? Our BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology degree combines both subjects and allows you to take a year-long industry placement.This course will enable you to develop an understanding of society and social factors and how this affects crime and criminals, giving you a solid human understanding that will put you in a good position for range of careers or further study.Combining sociology with the study of criminology gives you a chance to benefit from the cutting-edge thinking of the University’s Centre for Applied Criminology, a research Centre of Excellence. The recently launched Centre for Critical Social Research also brings sociological concerns to the fore.This course is taught with an equal number of Sociology and Criminology modules.You’ll share a common first year with the Sociology BA, giving you a wide range of understanding and letting you see what your options are before advancing. The course introduces you to sociological theories and contexts allowing you to situate and to inform your studies in criminology with a focus on crime, criminals and the operation of criminal justice agencies.You’ll develop communication and research skills through our wide range of assessments, as well as a clear understanding of social policy and criminology.**For full details, visit our website.**
Application deadline
25 January
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A maximum of three subjects are considered (excluding General Studies). A levels and other level 3 qualifications
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