Course Summary

**Why study this course?** London has played a leading role in shaping the modern world's understanding of the origins of criminal behaviour. Our honours degree in criminology will allow you to gain a wider understanding of this hotly debated political and social issue, with an opportunity to specialise later on in your degree. During your time at London Met you’ll be taught by leading researchers and practitioners in the fields of policing and probation. Our staff are research active and their teaching is informed by current specialist research. Their expertise will afford you the opportunity to learn about front line elements of criminological practice. **More about this course** Our Criminology BSc (Hons) course will delve into the causes and effects of crime and criminal behaviour. It will develop your understanding of criminological theories in the context of specialist areas including organised crime, youth violence, terrorism and security. You’ll also look in-depth at the criminal justice system including the police, judiciary and prisons, examining the concepts of justice and sentencing. This degree will give you a strong grasp of research methods used in criminal investigations and expose you to social, political, ethical and historical aspects of criminology. Through optional modules in your second and third year, you'll begin to specialise in areas including technology and media, victims of crime, counter-terrorism, gender and sexuality. We employ an innovative approach to learning via professionally-focused academic study. You’ll receive opportunities for work-based learning that will prepare you for the challenges of a career in the fields of criminology, policing and justice. We’ll support you to grow both professionally and academically through workshops and seminars that will foster interaction between you and our lecturers, as well as one-to-one study support with our academic mentor and final year student success coaches. **What our students say** "After I graduate I would like to be a police inspector for the Met. I chose this course because it is specifically related to crime and criminal investigation. I have found it really interesting so far it is giving us a wide perspective on criminology and a good understanding of what I can expect from a career in this field. The lecturers have been friendly, helpful and approachable. In the first year, we visited Marylebone Road Magistrates Court to observe how hearings are presented and what goes on that was a really interesting assignment. I also did some mentoring at HM Prison Holloway (the women's prison), where I was finding ways to help women integrate back into society." Mafalda Guerra

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 modules include: Introduction to Criminological Theory (core, 30 credits) Introduction to Policing (core, 30 credits) Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (core, 30 credits) Researching Crime and Deviance (core, 30 credits) January entry: Introduction to Criminological Theory (core, 30 credits) Introduction to Policing (core, 30 credits) Introduction to the Criminal Justice System (core, 30 credits) Researching Social Life (core, 30 credits) Year 2 modules include: Crime in Context (core, 30 credits) Measuring and Interpreting Crime (core, 30 credits) Perspectives on Policing (core, 30 credits) Crime, Media and Technology (option, 15 credits) Youth, Crime and Violence (option, 15 credits) Youth, Resistance and Social Control (option, 30 credits) Extension of Knowledge Module (option, 15 credits) Example Year 3 modules include: Crime Control and Penology (core, 30 credits) Criminology Project (core, 30 credits) Social Control, Drugs and Organised Crime (core, 30 credits) Criminology Work Experience (option, 15 credits) Gender and Sexuality (option, 30 credits) Serious and Serial Offenders (option, 15 credits) Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism (option, 15 credits) Victims and Crime (option, 15 credits) Human Rights and Conflict (option, 15 credits) Religion and the State (option, 15 credits)

Course Details – Assessment Method

You'll be assessed through essays, seen and unseen examinations, research projects and a final dissertation.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: M930

Institution code: L68

Campus Name: Holloway

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Typical offer BBC (112 UCAS points) in three or more A levels.

A minimum of 114 UCAS points to include four passes (grade C) at higher level in a related subject.

Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant subject is acceptable for entry. QAA accredited course required.

A minimum of 15 points at the higher level and a minimum of 4 points in English and Maths at standard level.


English Language and Maths GCSEs at grade C (grade 4 from 2017) or above (or equivalent). We accept a broad range of equivalent level qualifications, please check the UCAS tariff calculator or contact us if you are unsure if you meet the minimum entry requirements for this course. We encourage applications from international/EU students with equivalent qualifications. We also accept mature students with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
EU 15576.0 Year 1
International 15576.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 15576.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 15576.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

These fees are for the 2022/23 academic year. Fees for new and returning students may change each year by an amount set under the government’s regulation. For further information about our undergraduate fees, please visit: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/applying/funding-your-studies/undergraduate-tuition-fees/ Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be extra costs for things such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. There may also be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but that you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.

Provider information

Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
City of London
N7 8DB

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