Is it a crime that shapes our legal system, or is it the law that shapes our social reaction to crime? This new course investigates the nature of the crime, its causes, and legal responses. Studying law as a complementary subject will help you to expand your knowledge of criminology. Investigate law-breaking and the development of legal systems, criminal law, and legal evidence, as well as the frequently emotional issues surrounding crime, punishment, and justice.
Studying criminology provides a thorough understanding of crime that complements and contextualizes legal studies, making it useful for those seeking employment in the criminal justice system or other related fields.
Learn from active researchers in fields such as society and social formation, social anthropology, criminology, cultural diversity, and social welfare.
Choose between a 30-week'sandwich' placement or a four-week placement to gain valuable work experience.
Foundation year: For UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course, we offer a foundation year. This additional year of study will provide you with a solid foundation in the skills required for this course, as well as boost your confidence, knowledge, and skills for future studies. You will progress to the full degree after successfully completing the foundation year.
What can you achieve with this degree?
Broad knowledge of the law and legal systems is particularly valuable for careers within the criminal justice system, or related sectors, such as policing, prisons, and probation services. It also presents postgraduate study options, including our Graduate Diploma in Law/Common Professional Examination, or postgraduate research.
