Geography and Criminology

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Geography

A-Level Entry

BC

About this course

If you're looking for a degree that helps you understand human and social interactions from different angles, this BA (Hons) Geography and Criminology is the one for you.

Geography is the study of the earth and the link between physical and human landscapes. It explores the relationships between people, place and the environment and how these vary across and between places. You will look at issues such as land use, planning and development, globalisation, climate change, energy, and tourism, in order to examine human relationships with the environment. Geography graduates are among the most employable, with skills developed in presenting ideas in reports and oral presentations, through data collection and analysis, and in the use of specialist mapping and statistical software.

Criminology draws on a wide range of human and social science disciplines and is both a theoretical and empirical subject, with many of criminology’s most significant advances achieved through empirical studies. Core to this programme are the development of clear and confident research methods and analysis skills. You will also develop a critical understanding of the local, national and international contexts of crime, offenders, victimisation and responses to crime (including cybercrime).

Delivered online by blended learning and available to study from home, you will benefit from collaborative discussions and activities with colleagues from a range of diverse backgrounds and experiences, facilitated by tutors with many years of experience in delivering online education.

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Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI North, West and Hebrides study location.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC
Scottish Higher BBC

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3544 Data analysts
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
3543 Project support officers
2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals
2152 Environment professionals

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
Thurso
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Geography