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

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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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**Overview**Combining Criminology and Sociology allows you to explore how these subjects inform each other and how they can support your development of an interdisciplinary perspective. You’ll have the opportunity to discover how crime is influenced by social and economic factors, as well as investigating how various political approaches have impacted general society and its crime rates.The joint honours course utilises lectures and seminars taught by academic experts, alongside work placement ...Read more


Overview

Combining Criminology and Sociology allows you to explore how these subjects inform each other and how they can support your development of an interdisciplinary perspective. You’ll have the opportunity to discover how crime is influenced by social and economic factors, as well as investigating how various political approaches have impacted general society and its crime rates.The joint honours course utilises lectures and seminars taught by academic experts, alongside work placement opportunities, to deliver a well-rounded educational experience. Students graduate with the skills necessary to enter employment across a range of related fields.


Key features

- Develop an understanding of the legal framework and criminal justice responses to crime- Acquire knowledge and critical understanding of crime, its causes and impact on the victims and wider society- Through the lens of sociological and criminal theory, you will learn about the social causes and consequences of common human experiences and issues- Study a diverse and dynamic curriculum driven by contemporary sociological concerns- Emphasis on transferable skills, digital citizenship, graduate employability, and work-based learning opportunities- Personal and academic tutoring based as much on your career prospects as your studies


Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.-


First in the UK for sustained employment

and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.-


First in the UK for quality education

– Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.-


Ofsted Outstanding

in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
52/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
40th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
88th
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£18,000
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Polly
05 Mar 25

The only thing I would say is that as I live in city campus most of the activities happen in the other campus St john’s so often people living on city miss on out on things...Read more

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Grace
28 Feb 25

Staff on my course are all lovely and supportive. Always know where to find support if..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

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Sociology

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Sociology
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Psychology
30%
History
23%
Law
15%
English Literature
14%
HESA

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Polly
05 Mar 25
History and Sociology BA (Hons)
The only thing I would say is that as I live in city campus most of the activities happen in the other campus St john’s so often people living on city miss on out on things....
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Grace
28 Feb 25
Criminology BA (Hons)
Staff on my course are all lovely and supportive. Always know where to find support if...
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University of Worcester
University of Worcester , Worcester

Established in 1946, the University of Worcester is a forward-thinking and inclusive institution that champions the transformative power...

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University of Worcester
Henwick Grove Worcester Worcestershire WR2 6AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Worcester Shrub Hill  0.9 miles away

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