Course Summary

Our full-time, three-year Criminology degree looks at the social phenomenon of crime and its impact on society as a whole. The BSc (Hons) Criminology programme will provide the opportunity for you to develop knowledge of theory of Criminology, develop advanced research methods skills and integrate advanced knowledge of law and politics. At the end of the degree you will transform from someone interested in Criminology to a social scientist who can conduct research in this field. The course is designed to take you from the core discipline knowledge of theory and empirical findings relevant to deviant behaviour to an in-depth understanding of criminology with the opportunity to conduct an independent dissertation project. You'll be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills that will facilitate entry into a variety of criminal justice careers including the probation work, police service, youth work and the prison service. The justice system, police work, prison, HM Revenue and Customs, Home Office and other relevant support roles in crime-related work are also potential employment routes.

Course Details - Modules

Year One Criminal Law 1 Diversity and Duty of Care Foundation of Research Methods Positive psychology Crime and Society Crime and Punishment: Inside a Criminal Mind Study and Research Skills for Social Scientists Religions, Ethics and Violence Year Two Contemporary Security Studies: Terrorism and Counter-terrorism Criminology Classics and Controversies Intelligence in a Globalised World Criminal Law 2 Cyber Crime and Security Mental Health and Forensic Psychology Research Methods 1 Research Methods 2 Year Three Project Management Skills Independent Project Crime under Duress/ International Law Sexual offenders – across the life course Young People and Crime Criminology in Professional Practice

Course Details – Assessment Method

You will build your subject knowledge and practical experience through modules appropriate to the breadth of the curriculum. Your learning encompasses development of core knowledge and skills intrinsic to professional practice and psychological research. Learning is supported by lectures, workshops and tutorials to encourage theoretical and critical inquiry, debate and practical research skills. Summative assessment involves a wide range of activity such as scientific reports, essays, group and individual presentations, poster design, multiple choice papers, short answer papers, research participation and essay 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: L370

Institution code: C58

Campus Name: Bishop Otter Campus, Chichester

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


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 No component less than 5.5
PTE Academic 50.0
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 52%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 80%

Go onto work and study: 95%

Fees and funding

EU 14500.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
International 14500.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

There is a 10% tuition fee scholarship for EU students.

Provider information

Bishop Otter Campus
College Lane
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Chichester
PO19 6PE

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