Sociology and Criminology

University of Greenwich
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sociology

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Our sociology and criminology degree takes an in-depth approach to society and crime by focusing on issues such as class, ethnicity, identity, gender and inequality.

Through this course in sociology and criminology, you'll explore how social structures and institutions shape the individual and society. You'll gain an understanding of crime and violence, crime policy and the relationship between social status and access to justice and rights.

The course also explores how we define crime, how society deals with crime, and how the distinction between crime and deviance changes over time.

Popular careers for our sociology and criminology graduates include criminal justice, public policy, education, youth work, social services, community work and policing.

What you should know about this course

  • Issues explored include how crime is defined, how society deals with crime, state regulation of crime and how the distinction between crime and deviance changes over time

  • Introduces students to sociological theories and methods, with a particular focus on the social, legal, and political responses to crime

  • Gain a thorough grounding in sociological approaches and debates including understanding inequality, social stratification, identity, gender ethnicity and social policy

  • Provides an understanding of theories and current debates within sociology and criminology and focuses on applied research skills and on enhancing career opportunities.

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: London

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: London

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2319 Teaching professionals
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    2462 Probation officers

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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
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology

    Offered by

    University of Greenwich

    Greenwich

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