Sociology with Criminology

Our curriculum is designed to immerse you in a range of topics, from the foundations of sociological and criminological thought, to contemporary debates. You will delve into areas such as social inequalities, the drivers of deviance and criminal behaviour, the functioning of social and criminal justice institutions, and the potential of social science in promoting progressive social change. The course empowers you with the analytical tools to understand and critically assess social and criminological issues using theory, evidence and everyday examples, and facilitates an insight into how societal forces shape criminal phenomena.

Through our interactive teaching approaches and learning activities, you'll engage in case studies and simulations and engage with experts, gaining practical insights into real-world scenarios. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in social research, community development, criminal justice, and policy analysis, or for further academic pursuits in sociology or criminology.

The Law, Humanities and Social Sciences Foundation Year route offers you an important preparation year as part of your four-year degree.

For Law and Criminal Justice subjects, you will explore legal frameworks, criminal justice systems, wider social contexts and issues, as well as case scenarios, and research and problem solving in law and criminology. 

For Humanities and Social Science subjects, you will explore people and societies and their beliefs, cultures, power structures, stories and narratives, as well as critical inquiry into societal issues and global affairs with contemporary and historical perspectives.

• Term 1: Introduction to Law & Criminal Justice
• Term 2: Social Issues and Contexts
• Term 3: Research in Law & Criminology