The BA Hons in Criminology and Social Justice will create a perfect platform for those seeking a career in a variety of roles within the Crime and Criminal Justice industry. A Criminology and Social Justice degree is a broad-based programme that explores both the social and personal aspects of crime. It examines some of the most serious concerns we face as a society, such as; What causes crime and criminal behaviour? Can crime be prevented? How and why should we punish offenders? How does criminal justice link to social justice?
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Research Methods
Introduction to Criminology
Social Identities
Crime Reduction and Community Safety
Psychology of Behaviour
Equality Diversity and Fair Treatment
Year 2
Managing Career Development
Criminology – Practical Application for the Police
Contemporary Sociological Issues
Research Design
Protest and Social Movement
Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism
Year 3
Applied Forensic Psychology
Prisons and Alternative to Prison
Crime, Race and Ethnicity
Youth Crime and Justice
Dissertation
*Please note, modules may be subject to change from year to year, due to curriculum updating/sector changes/changes in delivery staff specialisms or awarding body requirements
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
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:
21E0
Institution code:
S06
Campus Name:
Selby College
Campus code:
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
80 UCAS tariff points from:
A Levels (a minimum of 40 UCAS points must come from A2 in a relevant subject)
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF/RQF) in a relevant subject
The following are also required:
Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English, Maths and Science
Two satisfactory references
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