Criminology and Psychology - BA (Hons)
Coventry University
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This course is designed to give you an understanding of the study of human behaviour, the causes of criminal behaviour, public reactions to crime and the psychology of all those involved in and affected by crime. After a grounding in first year, you will specialise in a range of areas of crime, victimology, criminal justice, and crime prevention emphasising key transferable skills in preparation for graduate level employment in a global market.You will have the opportunity to:Link major ...Read more

This course is designed to give you an understanding of the study of human behaviour, the causes of criminal behaviour, public reactions to crime and the psychology of all those involved in and affected by crime. After a grounding in first year, you will specialise in a range of areas of crime, victimology, criminal justice, and crime prevention emphasising key transferable skills in preparation for graduate level employment in a global market.You will have the opportunity to:Link major theoretical perspectives to contemporary issues and debates – putting theory into practice.Reflect analytically and critically on a wide range of issues and emerging trends relating to crime, criminal behaviour, control, and criminal justice in local and global contexts.Apply creative solutions to crime problems, and to systemic failures in dealing with crime.3 years full-time

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28/279
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Pauline
23 Jan 25

I only just got here a week ago but everything is so great, and as an exchange student i really feel at home. I maybe only wish that there was more events for Erasmus students..Read more

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Khiara
30 Nov 24

I think the admission department should really improve but otherwise the staff and everything else is a really good..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D30 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

5 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English and Mathematics. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

27 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,535 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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Pauline
23 Jan 25
Sociology and Criminology - BA (Hons)
I only just got here a week ago but everything is so great, and as an exchange student i really feel at home. I maybe only wish that there was more events for Erasmus students...
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Khiara
30 Nov 24
Criminology and Psychology - BA (Hons)
I think the admission department should really improve but otherwise the staff and everything else is a really good...
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Priory Street Coventry Warwickshire CV1 5FB United Kingdom
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