Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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SEP-25

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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3 Years

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Why do crime rates rise and fall? What can authorities do to reduce criminal offending? Does prison work? How can you prepare for a successful career in criminal justice? In studying criminology at Kent, youll discuss all these questions and more, developing the knowledge and skills to answer them.Youll learn about criminal justice systems across the world, including our own prisons, police and courts - discovering the challenges each of them face. Youll also explore key debates around crime ...Read more

Why do crime rates rise and fall? What can authorities do to reduce criminal offending? Does prison work? How can you prepare for a successful career in criminal justice? In studying criminology at Kent, you'll discuss all these questions and more, developing the knowledge and skills to answer them.You'll learn about criminal justice systems across the world, including our own prisons, police and courts - discovering the challenges each of them face. You'll also explore key debates around crime policy through a critical and career-driven lens.At Kent, you'll be taught by world-leading academics and experienced criminal justice professionals - including those drawn from Kent Police, the London Metropolitan Police, HMP Prisons Service, the Ministry of Justice, the Probation Service, the legal profession and charities supporting victims and communities.Our diverse and cutting-edge range of modules covers areas such as cybercrime, criminal psychology, drug policy, violent crime, terrorism, youth offending and hate crime, giving you the chance to expand your criminological imagination and tailor your degree to set up your own exciting career.


Your future

You’ll join our graduates realising their ambitions both in the field of criminal justice and in more diverse professions. Recently, our graduates have gone into:- The police force- The Probation Service- The Home Office- Ministry of Justice- Non-governmental organisations and charities- HM Prison Service- Youth offending- Social work- The legal profession- Policy analysis


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Our city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
29th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
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 - 89 = 11% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
11%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
85%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£20,000
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23 Jan 24

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 - 24 Grades / Points required

The University will assess this qualification on a case by case basis.

28 points in the IB Diploma or 112 UCAS Tariff points

Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

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

Sociology
49%
Psychology
34%
English Literature
27%
History
22%
Religious Studies & Theology
16%
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Lucy
23 Jan 24
Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
The best aspect is the events put on by kent union (especially the give it a go). The worst is the lack of support for...
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office, The Registry, Darwin Road Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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