

BA (Hons) Criminology with Foundation Year
Course Overview
Four-year degree beginning with a foundation year to develop academic skills and introduce criminology concepts before progressing into advanced study. Covers criminological theory, criminal justice systems, social research methods, and contemporary crime issues.

Modules
Foundation Year
Preparing for University Success – 20 credits
Exploring the Social World – 20 credits
Advancing your Academic Skills – 20 credits
Examining Social Justice – 20 credits
Planning for Your Future Success – 20 credits
Investigation & Innovation Project – 20 credits
Year 2 (Level 5)
Policing and Police Powers – 20 credits
Contemporary Criminology – 20 credits
Punishment and Penology – 20 credits
Victimology – 20 credits
Research Methods in Criminology – 20 credits
Cybercrime – 20 credits
Year 1 (Level 4)
Introduction to Criminology – 20 credits
Social Psychology – 20 credits
Criminal Law and the Legal System – 20 credits
Development of the Criminal Justice System – 20 credits
Introduction to Research Methods – 20 credits
Crime and Society – 20 credits
Year 3 (Level 6)
Youth Justice – 20 credits
Terrorism and Political Violence – 20 credits
Green Criminology – 20 credits
Global and Comparative Criminology – 20 credits
Dissertation – 40 credits
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Begin your academic journey with our streamlined online application. Simply complete the form and submit your documents. Our admissions team will carefully review your application, and successful candidates will receive a formal offer with clear next steps for enrolment.
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