Sociology with Criminology with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
York St John University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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York St John University

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This Foundation Year will introduce you to the study of Law and Social Sciences at a higher level. It is a great opportunity to spend an extra year studying with us to make sure you are fully prepared to take on the challenge of Higher Education. You will study alongside students who intend to progress onto various different courses within these areas. This means you will have the chance to go beyond your chosen subject and explore the issues we discuss from a wider range of angles. The full ...Read more

This Foundation Year will introduce you to the study of Law and Social Sciences at a higher level. It is a great opportunity to spend an extra year studying with us to make sure you are fully prepared to take on the challenge of Higher Education. You will study alongside students who intend to progress onto various different courses within these areas. This means you will have the chance to go beyond your chosen subject and explore the issues we discuss from a wider range of angles. The full list of degree courses which you can study with this foundation year are listed below.We will prepare you for degree level study by helping you develop essential academic skills. As well as learning about key aspects of Law and Social Sciences, you will learn to:Organise, plan and manage research projectsWrite in an academic stylePresent evidence and argumentEngage in critical debate.These skills are valuable not only in your degree, but in your career after university.This is the course for you if are excited about getting into Higher Education but do not want to dive straight into an undergraduate degree. This might be because you have been out of education for a while, you do not yet have the entry requirements for the course you want to do, or you just do not feel ready yet.

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Sociology
WUSCA ranking:
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10/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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85th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
101st
What students say
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Daisy
14 Nov 24

The facilities are great and the staff are very supportive. The only improvement would be making the campus amenities like food and drink cheaper..Read more

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Erin
30 Oct 24

York has beautiful sights and there's lots to do for reasonable prices. There is a massive student nightlife and it's easy to get along with..Read more

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48 Grades / Points required

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 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 Scotland

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

£9,250 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 Wales

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

£9,250 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 Northern Ireland

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

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£14,000 per year

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Students from EU

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£14,000 per year

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Students from International

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£14000 Per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Criminology reviews

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D
Daisy
14 Nov 24
Criminology BA (Hons)
The facilities are great and the staff are very supportive. The only improvement would be making the campus amenities like food and drink cheaper...
Read more
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Erin
30 Oct 24
Criminology BA (Hons)
York has beautiful sights and there's lots to do for reasonable prices. There is a massive student nightlife and it's easy to get along with...
Read more
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York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk York YO31 7EX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  0.4 miles away

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