Course Summary

Criminology is one of the most diverse, stimulating and challenging subjects offered at university. It draws on disciplines such as psychology, sociology, social policy, law and even biology to investigate pressing social problems. Social Policy explores issues such as social citizenship rights, questions of justice and fairness, what we should consider as basic human needs and how these should be met. **Key Features** • Criminology at Swansea is ranked: Top 5 in the UK Overall (Guardian University Guide 2021), 2nd in the UK for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2021) and Top 10 in the UK for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2021) • Social Policy at Swansea is ranked 1st in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2021) • Sector-leading facilities, including dedicated student study and social spaces • Teaching is research-led, meaning you'll learn about the most cutting-edge topics • Be part of a vibrant community dedicated to making a difference to society • Equip yourself with skills that are highly transferable and in-demand with a range of employers • Choose your own modules in the 2nd and 3rd years of your degree • Learn through lectures (recorded for your revision and catch up), seminars and tutorials **We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.**

Course Details - Modules

Year 1 consists of a set of compulsory core modules, covering elements of both criminology and social policy. Years 2 and 3 will comprise of mostly of compulsory modules, but will also give you the opportunity to study several modules of your own choice, allowing you to shape your own learning.

Course Details – Assessment Method

The Criminology Department offers a broad range of assessment types. These range from traditional assessments such as examinations, to group-based tasks, and more contemporary and innovative assessment methods such as blog and poster writing, meaning you’ll have to take less exams.

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: MLF4

Institution code: S93

Campus Name: Singleton Park Campus

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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

Desirable subjects: English Language &/or Literature; History; Law; Sociology; Psychology; Geography; Philosophy. We do not include General Studies A Level in our offers.

Advanced Highers

Candidates should achieve at least a Merit in the integrated project.

We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.

BTEC should be in a related subject e.g. Law, Uniformed Public Services.

Welsh Baccalaureate pass is considered equivalent to grade A at A2 level

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 73%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

England 9000.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9000.0 Year 1
Scotland 9000.0 Year 1
Wales 9000.0 Year 1
EU 16500.0 Year 1
International 16500.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 16500.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 16500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

Singleton Park
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Swansea
SA2 8PP

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