Criminology - BA (Hons)

TEC Partnership (University Centre Grimsby, East Riding College, Scarborough & Skegness Colleges)

The criminology course at TEC Partnership focuses on the study, investigation, analysis, and production of knowledge related to crime, criminal behaviour, deviance, the criminal justice system, victims of crime, and crime prevention. This discipline draws influence from various fields, including sociology, law, psychology, history, biology, and geography. The programme offers a challenging and high-quality academic foundation for understanding crime. It encourages students to develop a critical perspective on crime and justice, informed by criminological and sociological theories and research. The aim is for students to cultivate their own comprehension of crime and the criminal justice system. This degree will enhance your knowledge within the local and national job market. For instance, criminal justice services represent one of the largest employers both in the area and across the country. His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) oversees the local probation trust, community rehabilitation companies (which operate as a partnership agency), and most local prisons (including Hull, Lincoln, Moorlands, North Sea Camp, and Humber). As these services evolve, they increasingly seek personnel with higher-level qualifications. Local police services (such as Humberside and Lincolnshire) are also looking for graduates, whether for entry-level positions or as part of graduate schemes. Additionally, court services actively recruit graduates from the local area. Beyond traditional criminal justice roles, local councils (including North East Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, and East Lindsey) are significant employers and offer a broad range of careers and opportunities for graduates at all levels. This degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for your future career. With the assistance of our employability team, this programme ensures that you can enter professional services with a well-regarded degree that is relevant to the sector.