Criminology and Sociology

Challenge perspectives and instigate change with our Criminology and Sociology degree

Investigate crime, punishment, and social inequality with our hands-on Criminology and Sociology degree. You will examine classical, radical, and emerging thought as you cover topics like:

- modern slavery

- terrorism

- migration

- human rights

- policing

- race

- cyber-crime.

Take your learning outside the classroom
With our criminology and sociology course, you can participate in field trips and workshops. You can also attend talks by guest speakers, discussing the latest research on subjects like:

- human trafficking

- organised crime

- prisons

- youth violence

- gangs

- media representation of crime and social issues.

Expert teaching and support

You will learn from academics currently influencing government policy. Our student, Jo, tells us that our “teaching staff helped bring the subjects alive and offered invaluable support”.

Build professional experience
You can complete placements and voluntary work to build your network and professional experience.

Previous students have worked within:

- the charitable sector

- schools.