This well-rounded course will give you a thorough grounding in the complex field of criminology and the criminal justice system. Your studies will cover criminal behaviour, psychology, penal systems in different countries, and criminal investigation and processes. You will also develop your understanding of the many reasons why people break the law.

Our varied teaching methods put you at the centre of your learning experience, stimulating and encouraging your interest and development with a range of activities. In particular, the work-based learning modules will help you to gain a competitive advantage when you graduate. Here, you will gain hands-on experience in a crime-related area such as:

• youth offending 
• victim support
• crime prevention
• witness support  
• policing support roles, such as special constables.

Some of the most popular careers for our graduates include the administration of justice and the police service. Once you graduate, you could go on to work in:

• the police force
• the probation service
• prisons
• security firms
• the court system.