Course Overview

This extended course is perfect if you want a degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice but you dont meet the standard entry requirements. First, we prepare you for your degree during your Foundation year, bringing you up to speed with academic skills and a firm grounding in the subject. Then you can go on to do the full undergraduate degree. As a criminology student, youll investigate the nature of crime and criminality, studying societys response through the criminal justice system. Youll learn how societies try to control and punish crime and disorder, gaining a theoretical and practical understanding of this fascinating subject. Criminology takes a social sciences approach by studying and classifying crime and exploring theories around criminal behaviour. As well as the theory, youll learn how society deals with criminal behaviour by studying institutions and roles such as the police, courts, prisons, and probation service.

General Eligibility

112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:

• A Level in at least two subjects

• BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM

• BTEC Diploma – D*D*

• International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at a Higher Level

We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to one of the above, you should have:

• GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English

• GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; minimum 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognized equivalent).