BSc (Hons) Criminology

... United Kingdom
... University of Salford

Course Overview

Criminology is concerned with what behaviour is defined as criminal and who has the power to define what constitutes crime. Criminology is commonly misconceived and confused with other subject areas, for example, forensic science. Although criminology does, of course, explore crime, the focus is on the causes of crime and deviant behaviour, how this affects society and how the criminal justice system responds to this, rather than on crime scene analysis, forensics and criminal investigation.

Criminology is a research-led degree and develops students into analytical and critical thinkers. It explores crime as a social construct, asking important questions such as: What are the individual and societal causes of crime and deviant behaviour? Who in society is more likely to commit a crime? Does offender rehabilitation work? Who is likely to become a victim of crime? Why are some dangerous behaviours criminal and others aren't? And how does media attention and reporting impact crime and deviance?

Criminologists are also interested in how to prevent crime, the purpose and effectiveness of punishment and how the criminal justice system can better respond to crime when it does take place. The recent death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer has drawn attention (on a global scale) to the relationship between inequalities and criminal justice – relationships Criminology is ideally placed to answer.

You will:

  • Develop strong skills in analytical and critical thinking

  • Have the opportunity to study a range of cutting-edge issues relating to crime and justice

  • Benefit from our strong links with criminal justice institutions and professionals working in the sector

  • Be able to tailor the course to your interests through optional modules

  • Be taught by research active staff who ensure that module content aligns with current social science happenings, controversies and debates.

  • Have the opportunity to undertake a work placement module to gain first-hand experience

General Eligibility

GCSE

GCSE English language/literature and mathematics at grade C/grade 4 or above. Level 2 equivalencies will also be accepted.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

112 points

A level

112 points

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.0 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences


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Campus Name

The Crescent, Salford


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years, Part-time, 6 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

15120, (INT)


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