History and Criminology

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

A-Level Entry

BC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

About this course

The BA (Hons) History and Criminology covers a range of approaches, from thematic modules that cover a variety of places and historical periods, to concentrated and in-depth studies of the changing nature of crime and the social, political, historical and individual forces behind these changes.

Each year, you will build on your analytical and research abilities through a series of skills modules in both History and Criminology.

You can also choose to specialise in Scottish History at the upper levels and graduate with a BA (Hons) Scottish History and Criminology degree.

Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.

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 House study location.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC
Scottish Higher BBC

Study Options

This course is available in 8 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Lerwick

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Elgin

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Dingwall

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Inverness

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Perth

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Kirkwall

Avg. Salary: £22,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1162 Senior police officers
3412 Authors, writers and translators
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
2462 Probation officers
3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors

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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
Sociology, History
Avg. Graduate Salary
£22,000

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

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