Criminology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University, Newcastle, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 3 years. 72% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey. Entry requires around 112 UCAS points.
UCAS Points
112 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
72.26%
NSS · Office for Students
About this course
Understanding crime in a modern society.
This undergraduate criminology degree at Northumbria University is the ideal choice for anyone with a critical and enquiring mind. If you have an interest in the causes of crime and victimisation, and the ways in which societies respond to crime, this course is for you.
You will learn from an experienced academic team who span from a range of specialist backgrounds. Members of our team hold leading roles in professional associations, including the British Society of Criminology.
From day one you will gain invaluable insight into the complex areas of crime, deviance, and social policy. As this criminology degree progresses, you have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to the real world via a work placement and a series of modules that allow you to plan, conduct, and analyse research first-hand.
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 3 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Sociology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ