Criminology and Sociology

Abertay University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Sociology

A-Level Entry

CCC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,000

About this course

This thought-provoking Criminology and Sociology degree teaches you to think critically about crime and how how people engage and interact with the world. This thought-provoking degree covers everything from addiction and criminalisation to human rights and climate change.

You’ll be at the forefront of the critical social debates defining the 21st century, learning how crime is defined, controlled and regulated in modern society. External speakers form a key part of the course. There’s a work placement option, giving you valuable work experience and networking opportunities. Plus you’ll develop a strong grounding in research methods.

Criminology and Sociology is a flexible degree. For the first two years, everyone studies the same curriculum. In years three and four our academics help you explore areas such as:

  • Gender, crime and victimology.

  • Race and ethnicity.

  • The process of criminalisation.

  • Human rights and politics.

    After the first two years of study, you can choose to specialise in other areas or carry on studying this pathway.

    You will receive a strong grounding in theory and research methods, along with training in specialist data-analysis software. This degree equips you to succeed in developing your critical thinking skills and enhancing your employability, opening up a wide variety of career options.

    Our Criminology degree scored 85% for Teaching and Learning Resources in the 2020 National Student Survey.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCC
    Scottish Higher BBBC
    Scottish Advanced Higher ABB
    BTEC MMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1162 Senior police officers
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    2462 Probation officers
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Dundee
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £23,000