Sociology with Criminology

Goldsmiths, University of London
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sociology

A-Level Entry

BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

Explore how societies are organised, and how people are united and divided. Within the context of modern forms of power, examine the nature of crime and criminality from a critical, sociological perspective.

Why study BA Sociology with Criminology at Goldsmiths

  • You'll be taught by researchers at the cutting edge of criminological and sociological research on urban crime, control and security, and globalisation and crime.

  • As part of a tight-knit group of students, you'll benefit from the support and expertise of your teachers throughout your degree.

  • This Sociology with Criminology degree brings issues of social inequality and social justice to the foreground. You will learn how ‘race’, gender, class and nationality connect to crime and control.

  • We are international in our outlook: students learn about crime and control in the UK and beyond.

  • You’ll be encouraged to take on a work placement that matches your interests and aspirations. You could find yourself supporting a victim of crime, attending court, or mentoring young people.

  • Based in New Cross, a changing area of south London, we’ll take you on walking tours of the local area so you’ll be able to see how theories learnt in lectures apply to the local community.

  • Studying at Goldsmiths means you’ll study in one of the world’s leading sociology departments. We've been rated top 10 in the UK for for Sociology in the QS World University Rankings 2023.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    Scottish Higher BBBBC
    Scottish Advanced Higher BBC
    BTEC DDM

    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
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    2319 Teaching professionals
    1162 Senior police officers
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000