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BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationship between crime, society and the criminal justice system. You'll explore the social and cultural factors that contribute to crime and deviance, as well as the ways in which the criminal justice system responds to these issues. This course is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in criminology or sociology, or for those who simply want to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of crime and society.

Additional Information

This course is designed to be flexible and adaptable, with a range of optional modules that allow you to tailor your studies to your interests. You'll have the opportunity to engage with real-world criminological issues through practical projects and case studies, and develop a range of skills that are valuable in both academic and professional settings.

Unlock Your Potential at Bath Spa University: A Leader in Criminology and Sociology Education

Bath Spa University is a top provider of criminology and sociology courses, with a reputation for excellence in teaching and research. Our faculty members are experts in their fields and have a strong track record of publication and collaboration. You'll benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from your lecturers, as well as access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.

Why You Should Study This Course

Criminologists study crime from a variety of approaches, making this a diverse field of study. You’ll study crime from a variety of angles and perspectives. Core modules focus on the main theories, debates, issues, and research problems in criminology and criminal justice, while optional modules enable you to develop your particular interests.

We’ll support and encourage you to gain practical experience in relevant fields through voluntary work and placements. You’ll develop practical and analytical skills as well as subject knowledge in crime and criminal justice.

General Eligibility

  • Indian students with 65% marks at Grade XII / Pakistani students with 70% marks at Grade XII

  • A Level – Grades BCC

  • Accredited Prior Learning equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2.

  • Other equivalent qualifications from EduQual/BTEC with Merit.

  • Copy of latest school credentials

  • Passport copy

  • Emirates ID (if any)

  • Visa Page Copy

  • Passport Size ID photo

Successful completion of one of the following:

  • A recognized post-secondary course.

  • University preparation (foundation) studies.

  • One year of study at a recognized tertiary or higher education institution.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Crime and Disorder in Everyday Life

  • Crime, Violence and Harm

  • Crime: Representation and Reality

  • Sociology of Deviance and Social Control

  • Questioning Society

  • Power / Resistance

2 Year 2
  • Policing, Crime Control and Prevention

  • Criminal Justice: Theory, Policy and Practice

  • Social Science Research Methods

  • Crime, Law and Society

  • The Criminological Mind

  • Exploring Violence

  • Forensic and Investigative Psychology

  • Geotechnologies for Society and Environment

  • Migration: Identity, Belonging, Citizenship and Security

  • Youth in Society: Power, Politics and Participation

  • Crime Fiction

  • The Life Course: Ageing and Generation

  • Social Problems, Social Divisions, Social Justice

  • Law for Business Enterprise

  • Work Placement

  • The Psychology of Criminal Investigations

  • Professional Placement Year

3 Year 3
  • Dissertation in Criminology

  • Media, Sociality and Everyday Life

  • Victims and Victimisation

  • Terrorism Studies

  • Punishment and Penology in Global Context

  • Young People, Identities and Subcultures

  • Gender in Society: Critical Perspectives

  • Community Engagement

  • Narratives of Crime

  • Unlocking Criminology

  • Exploring Law in Business

  • Culture, Risk and Environmental Justice

  • Ethnicity and Society

  • Cyber Security

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, a minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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