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BSc(Hons) Sociology and Criminology

University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

On the course, youll be taught by experts from both the sociology and criminology disciplines. Youll learn from sociology tutors who specialize in areas such as gender and sexuality, race and ethnicity, the body, nationalism, and identity. Within the criminology aspect of the course, youll look at the causes of crime, disorder, and theories about how to reduce crime. Youll benefit from tutors who have a range of research specialisms, and have professional experience working with offenders, victims, and crime-prevention agencies, giving you unique insights into real-life experiences. On both the sociology and criminology aspects of the course, you will be able to choose topics and develop your understanding in areas that interest you. Youll have the opportunity to go on a work placement in your second year, giving you the chance to put what youve learned into practice, you could also make some useful contacts in the industry too. Previous students have worked with community organizations, the voluntary sector, youth offending teams with the police, and within national and local government. You may have the opportunity to study abroad for a term in your second year. You'll also be eligible for student membership of the British Sociological Association (BSA), which could help you stand out from other candidates when it comes to finding employment.

General Eligibility

An Honours degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant subject Or an academic reference indicating you are expected to obtain an Honours degree (2:1 or above) GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme You also need a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance prior to registration

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
Core modules: Foundations of Sociology Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice Sociological Inquiry Choose two from a list of options that may include: Exploring Popular Cultures and New Media Human Rights in a Global World Remaking Social Worlds: Sociology, Social Policy and Social Problems Social Issues and Structural Sociology
2 Year 2
Core modules: Contemporary Sociological Theory Criminological Explanations Doing Social Research Exploring Work and Careers Choose two from a list of options that may include: Organised and International Crime Reducing Crime Working with Offenders and Victims Alternatively, you can choose one from the list above, plus one from the list below that may include: Gender Sexuality and Regulation Popular Cultures, New Media and Society Plus, you may have the opportunity to study half of your second year in a university abroad.
3 Year 3
Core modules: Final Year Project for the Social Sciences Or you many choose: Short Dissertation for the Social Sciences Social Research and Enterprise Or Applied Project in the Social Sciences Short Dissertation for the Social Sciences Choose two from a list of options that may include: Contemporary and Comparative Criminology Experiencing Punishment and the Penal System Offenders and Mental Disorder Serious Crime Investigation Substance Misuse and Crime Additionally choose two from a list of options that may include: Critical Social Policy in Contemporary Society Film and Cinema Health, Illness and the Body Race; Ethnicity and Difference Social and Cultural Representations and Society Social Movements, Activism, and Collective Mobilisation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
The minimum for IELTS is 6.5 overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.

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