Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons)
University of Brighton
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Our Criminology and Sociology degree is ideal if you’re eager to understand our rapidly changing world. This dynamic course combines two closely related fields, exploring both traditional and cutting-edge perspectives. You will delve into social inequality, global and local social change, and their far-reaching consequences. Gain real-world experience through a community placement and learn from guest speakers who are experts in their fields. With a range of option modules, you can tailor the ...Read more

Our Criminology and Sociology degree is ideal if you’re eager to understand our rapidly changing world. This dynamic course combines two closely related fields, exploring both traditional and cutting-edge perspectives. You will delve into social inequality, global and local social change, and their far-reaching consequences. Gain real-world experience through a community placement and learn from guest speakers who are experts in their fields. With a range of option modules, you can tailor the course to your passions, and even apply to study abroad in Spain or Sweden. This degree equips you with the knowledge to make a difference.


TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

- Fascinating subjects – the course covers include deviance and control, youth and delinquency, the relationship between gender and crime and race and crime and cross-cultural issues in crime and justice.- Learning is a varied mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and independent learning activities and research.- Expert teaching team with varied expertise and who are published and esteemed in their research areas.- Opportunity to take a placement to give you hands-on experience and help you stand out to potential employers.- Guest speakers will add to your learning and provide networking opportunities. Speakers have come from organisations including: Eastbourne Foodbank, St Mungo’s, Troubled Families Programme, Boing Boing and the Trust for Developing Communities.- Join a vibrant community – the programme area sits within the School of Humanities and Social Science, all based in one building.- Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to suit your personal career goals.- The chance to specialise in both criminology and sociology, two vital fields in social science.- In the first year, assessment is split between essays and exams – the second and final year consist mainly of coursework.- Opportunity to apply for an international exchange in Spain or Sweden.- The Sociology of Brighton lecture series brings in speakers who deliver lectures in different locations around Brighton such as the Palace Pier.- We work with local LGBT mental health project MindOut to bring a Living Library to the campus. The library is designed to challenge prejudice and stigma and trained volunteers act as ‘books’ to help you explore social issues.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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99/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
68th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
70th
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
90%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£19,000
What students say
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Laura
01 Mar 24

The way my University could improve is less staffing issues in my department; however the best thing about my university is the community and friendly feel between..Read more

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Poppie
28 Feb 24

The library is big and a good place to be productive, the gym is in a good location and comfortable to work out in...Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC - BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

104 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:18 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required

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

DMM - MMM Grades / Points required

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Must include three subjects at Higher Level.

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Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

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

Sociology
47%
Psychology
37%
English Literature
27%
History
21%
Religious Studies & Theology
15%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£13,842 per year

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Students from EU

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£13,842 per year

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Students from International

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£13842 Per year

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Laura
01 Mar 24
Criminology BA (Hons)
The way my University could improve is less staffing issues in my department; however the best thing about my university is the community and friendly feel between...
Read more
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Poppie
28 Feb 24
Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons)
The library is big and a good place to be productive, the gym is in a good location and comfortable to work out in....
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a world-renowned higher education institution that offers students an outstanding undergraduate...

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Mithras House Lewes Road Brighton Brighton & Hove BN2 4AT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.2 miles away

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