Criminal Justice

Bridgend College
Undergraduate FD Full-time 2 Years Sociology

About this course

The Criminal Justice course will provide a clear progression route for learners who have studied Criminology or related fields.

The course is designed to widen access to this field by delivering a broad skills base, including the development of work based skills, where learners will complete a work placement within a related field e.g. Probation Services, Youth Offending and Drug and Alcohol Abuse teams.

This is an ideal programme for learners who have a real passion and interest in Criminal Justice, or for someone who is currently working in this field and looking at achieving a further or higher qualification in this field. Ideal if you wish to study in a small, supported environment with skilled and experienced team of staff.

Assessment is by assignment, presentations, case studies, examinations and research in a work based setting. The course includes placement modules.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1162 Senior police officers
3319 Protective service associate professionals
3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations
3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)
2434 Business and related research professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree - FD
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Bridgend
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sociology