The BA (Hons) History and Criminology covers a range of approaches, from thematic modules that cover a variety of places and historical periods, to concentrated and in-depth studies of the changing nature of crime and the social, political, historical and individual forces behind these changes.

Each year, you will build on your analytical and research abilities through a series of skills modules in both History and Criminology.

You can also choose to specialise in Scottish History at the upper levels and graduate with a BA (Hons) Scottish History and Criminology degree.

Special features

• The joint honours degree in two complementary subjects will give you greater flexibility in employment, advanced study and research opportunities
• The degree can be studied full time or part time to suit your personal circumstances
• You can study individual modules for personal or professional development
• You can specialise in Scottish History at the upper levels to enable you to exit with a Scottish History and Criminology degree
• The humanities staff at UHI specialise in high quality video-conference teaching supported by a dynamic virtual learning environment and expansive online resources
• There are opportunities to volunteer at local museums and archives, and occasional voluntary field trips in the university's region also enhance the experience of your degree
• Exciting new modules based on staffs' cutting-edge research are offered at upper level

Once you have successfully completed the BA (Hons) History and Criminology or BA (Hons) Scottish History and Criminology you might like to consider careers in:

• Teaching and education
• The media and journalism
• Government (local and national)
• Museums and the heritage sector
• Libraries and archives
• Community development work
• Police, prison and security services
• Court services
• Non-profit-making organisations
• Educational institutions and charities that work with young offenders or victims of crime
• Research at postgraduate level
• Research in the business and corporate sector