Criminology with professional placement
University of Bath
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Explore crime and criminal justice issues faced in modern society. You’ll gain a deep insight into the theories of crime, justice and punishment.This is a degree with a strong global focus. You’ll study key issues, including human rights and terrorism, social justice, contemporary social issues, and the globalisation of crime.You’ll gain knowledge of how criminal justice agencies work and interact, and how criminal justice policy is created. You’ll also explore how policing, courts and prisons ...Read more

Explore crime and criminal justice issues faced in modern society. You’ll gain a deep insight into the theories of crime, justice and punishment.

This is a degree with a strong global focus. You’ll study key issues, including human rights and terrorism, social justice, contemporary social issues, and the globalisation of crime.

You’ll gain knowledge of how criminal justice agencies work and interact, and how criminal justice policy is created. You’ll also explore how policing, courts and prisons present new challenges in today’s world.

In Year 1, you'll learn about crime and justice from a theoretical and practical perspective. You'll examine key criminological concepts, like victimisation, deviance, and justice, and learn to evaluate data and information to develop arguments.

Year 2 will develop your knowledge of criminological theory, criminal justice practice and policy, and global crime. You’ll also enhance your research and data analysis skills.

In your final year, you'll do your dissertation. This will demonstrate the knowledge and skills you’ve developed. You'll also choose from a range of specialist criminology and social science optional units. This will enable you to develop an in-depth understanding of criminal justice institutions, explore topics that interest you and prepare you for your future.

Informed teaching to advance your learning

You’ll learn from a team of expert criminal justice researchers and criminologists. Their passion, knowledge and research shape their teaching, enhancing your learning experience.

Develop your professional skills

We work to provide you with the skills and support to prepare you for employment and further study. You will develop knowledge about potential future careers and learn relevant skills through a range of opportunities and training, including:

guest speakers from external agencies

networking

data generation and analysis

research critique

field trips

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
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46/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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2nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
8th
What students say
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Caitlin
15 Feb 24

It’s a very friendly environment and I like how there’s always a lot of support for students. However, for my course in particular a few of us are not as satisfied with the..Read more

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Isabel
08 Feb 24

The only real downside of living at bath as a student is the price of everything- not much cheaper than London prices. However, bath is a beautiful city and the resources provided..Read more

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UCAS Tariff:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D33M6P6 Grades / Points required

AQA Level 3 Technical Level (1080 glh):

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

35 Grades / Points required

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

D*DD Grades / Points required

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

DDD Grades / Points required

T Level:

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Tuition fees

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Domestic

£9,535 per year

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Students from Domestic

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Domestic. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,535 per year

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Students from Other UK

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The above-mentioned fee is for the Republic of Ireland, the Isle of Man and a British Overseas Territory

£9,535 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£24,200 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£24,200 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 International

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Caitlin
15 Feb 24
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It’s a very friendly environment and I like how there’s always a lot of support for students. However, for my course in particular a few of us are not as satisfied with the...
Read more
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Isabel
08 Feb 24
Criminology
The only real downside of living at bath as a student is the price of everything- not much cheaper than London prices. However, bath is a beautiful city and the resources provided...
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University of Bath
Claverton Down Bath Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bath Spa  0.7 miles away
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