Course Summary

**Our integrated BSc Criminology and Sociology degree brings together two exciting and complementary social science disciplines.** You will study the development of Sociological and Criminological perspectives and learn why these matter so much in contemporary society. Alongside this, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of crucial social and crime-related matters, such as substance use, housing and poverty. Throughout your studies, you will develop a range of transferable skills which are relevant to future employment, both in social science-related professions, as well as far broader. Based at the School of Social Sciences, you will benefit from being part of a lively and diverse environment. **Criminology at Swansea is ranked:** - 4th in the UK for Course Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2022) - 5th in the UK for Teaching Satisfaction (Guardian University Guide 2022) **Sociology at Swansea is ranked:** - 6th in the UK for Student Experience (The Times University Guide 2022) - 6th in the UK for Student Satisfaction (The Complete University Guide 2022)

Course Details - Modules

Modules typically include: Year 1 • An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System • Foundations in Social Science Research • Individuals and Society • Law, Criminal Justice and Human Rights • The Sociological and Criminological Imagination Year 2 • Applied Offender Rehabilitation • Citizenship and Surveillance • Contemporary Moral Controversies • Interrogating Qualitative Social Science Methods • Investigating Gender Year 3 • Critical Challenges in Justice for Children • Dissertation • Social Problems: Media, Myths and Moral Panics • Understanding & Countering Terrorism &Violent Extremism • Who’s in, who’s out? Inclusion and Exclusion: Socio/Criminological Perspectives

Course Details – Assessment Method

The programme will be assessed using a diverse range of assessment methods, designed to develop you to succeed in your future career. The primary form of assessment is written, typically essays and examinations. However, where appropriate, other assessment methods will be employed. This includes individual and group presentations, critical reviews / reports, posters, problem sheets and formative exercises that will provide you with crucial feedback. These forms of assessment will enhance the range and depth of skill development and boost performance in essays and 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: MLG3

Institution code: S93

Campus Name: Singleton Park Campus

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


Please also view our alternative entry requirements to learn more about qualifications such as the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification

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

https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/entry-requirements/

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 73%

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

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

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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