BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice and Law
University of Wolverhampton
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Crime and its impact, are at the forefront of current political and social debate. A degree in criminology and criminal justice with law enables you to explore the reality behind the newspaper headlines on crime and examine a topic which is relevant, topical and has real, practical application in contemporary society. You will also cover a number of key law subject areas which link to the criminology side of your course.You will study a wide range of topics covering the legal and sociological ...Read more

Crime and its impact, are at the forefront of current political and social debate. A degree in criminology and criminal justice with law enables you to explore the reality behind the newspaper headlines on crime and examine a topic which is relevant, topical and has real, practical application in contemporary society. You will also cover a number of key law subject areas which link to the criminology side of your course.

You will study a wide range of topics covering the legal and sociological issues of criminology and criminal justice, including the operation of the criminal courts through punishment and sentencing and policing of society as well as social inequalities and the law. You will cover a range of law areas which are of specific relevance to this field of study.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
80/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
101st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
111th
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Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 83 = 17% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
17%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
92%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Law graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Law graduate salary
£18,000
Sociology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Kevvauna
25 Oct 23

The lecturers are very friendly,helpful and welcoming. However, I would like to see more social events happening on..Read more

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Amy
11 Oct 23

The staff are always willing to help with any queries or needs with anything, the staff are approachable and easy to work with. Most students are welcoming and easy to talk to and..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Sociology
35%
Music
20%
English Language & Literature
18%
Drama
16%
History
12%
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Law

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Law
26%
Sociology
26%
Psychology
26%
English Literature
19%
Religious Studies & Theology
17%
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Tuition fees

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£9,535 per year

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£15,995 per year

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Students from EU

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£15,995 per year

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Kevvauna
25 Oct 23
Criminology & Criminal Justice and Law BA (Hons)
The lecturers are very friendly,helpful and welcoming. However, I would like to see more social events happening on...
Read more
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Amy
11 Oct 23
Criminology & Criminal Justice and Law BA (Hons)
The staff are always willing to help with any queries or needs with anything, the staff are approachable and easy to work with. Most students are welcoming and easy to talk to and...
Read more
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University of Wolverhampton
University of Wolverhampton , Wolverhampton

Set in the heart of England, the University of Wolverhampton offers a high-quality education across a diverse study programme....

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University of Wolverhampton
Wulfruna Street Wolverhampton WV1 1LY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Wolverhampton  0.2 miles away
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