Course Overview

If you are interested in studying crime and theology, then the BA (Hons) Criminology and Theology degree will give you a solid grounding in both disciplines and allow you to combine two subjects, which complement your interests or career goals.

The course allows you to study a wide range of themes and topics across a broad sweep of modules, emphasizing the value of empirical and theoretical approaches.  This is achieved by studying the changing nature of crime and the social, political, historical, and individual forces behind these changes, with a specific focus on the study and influence of the main disciplines of Christian theology. 

In the first and second years, you will follow a traditional broad approach to studying criminology and theology. In years three and four, you will examine particular areas of criminology and theology, allowing you to study specific topics and themes that reflect staff research specialisms. Each year, you will build on your analytical and research abilities.  

The degree also offers the opportunity to study other Humanities subjects such as criminology, history, literature, archaeology, and politics.

General Eligibility

• 3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above OR

• 2 A levels at grade BC or above

• At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects

• Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

• This is a Category 2 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required for specific optional modules/unit(s), where there is guaranteed contact with vulnerable groups in optional module/unit(s). However, an alternative pathway exists to achieve the target qualification.

Advanced entry to year two:

• HNC Social Science (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7, which is equivalent to 120-degree credit points, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit will be considered for direct entry to year two

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• • Applicants must have an IELTS score- 6.0 or equivalent

  • English (PTE) Academic-58 average with 51 in each component

  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT4-Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section