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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Exton Park
Full Time
OCT-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Exton Park
Full Time
OCT-25
4 Years
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Studying Criminology at Chester, you will look at national and international case studies to help you gain an understanding of a range of perspectives on society's key challenges, such as social inequality, crime, harm and justice.
There is a clear social justice focus throughout this course, which critically reviews media landscapes and their impact on society. You will critically reflect upon marginalised communities, including how stereotypes and representations can lead to the disproportionality that exists within criminal justice settings.
Throughout the course, you will study criminological theories, and criminal justice policies and practices, while being encouraged to identify and develop solutions to promote social change.
You will learn to communicate with a range of stakeholders across communities this will enable you to apply acquired knowledge to varying specialist and non-specialist audiences, to progress and/or challenge social issues by professional, ethical and collaborative means.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,535 per year
Students from Domestic
£5,760 for the first foundation year (2025/26) £9,535 per year from the second year onwards (2025/26) Accommodation - Grosvenor House - £179 per week
£14,450 per year
Students from International
£10,750 Year 1 - £14,450 Years 2-4 Accommodation - Grosvenor House - £179 per week
Once a teacher training college founded in 1839, the University of Chester has evolved into a modern, forward-thinking university...
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