undergraduate Criminology Degree Courses

Why study criminology?

Looking at a wide range of current issues surrounding the topic of crime, you will be able to apply this knowledge to various areas around crime and the law. Through our selection of compulsory and elective modules you will have the opportunity to study areas such as drugs, cybercrime, migration, criminal psychology, terrorism, trafficking and marginalisation.

Our criminology courses are aimed at those looking to work in the criminal justice field, as well as connected sectors. You will learn through a variety of group sessions, workshops and digital media resources before completing either a dissertation or a research project and a research methods module in your final year.

Why study criminology courses with us?

Here at The University of Law, we strive to ensure that our criminology degrees benefit from both a theoretical and vocational background, meaning that you can obtain a wide variety of analytical, research and problem solving skills. We believe that developing this well-balanced combination of skills and competencies can help you become the most desirable professional for employers, allowing you to pursue the career of your choice.

What job can you do with a criminology degree?

Undergraduate criminology degrees open up career options in community services, law enforcement, court proceedings, prisons and community corrections, intelligence and investigation, rehabilitation and private security. You can become a Prison Officer, a Security Guard, a Police Officer, a Social Worker, a Solicitor, a Health & Welfare Manager and many more.