BSc (Hons) Criminology at Aston University

Studying BSc (Hons) Criminology at Aston University will develop your understanding of crime and the criminal justice system with a focus on social inequality, harm and deviance. This critical criminology programme emphasises employability and digital skills, equipping you with the tools to analyse crime in the context of societal changes. You will explore key criminological theories, research methods and contemporary issues such as policing, punishment and victimology.

Faculty: College of Business and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (optional/integrated placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year core modules: Learning and Working in a Digital World, Fundamentals of Communication, Ideas that Shape Society, Power in Society, Investigating Society and Culture, The Making of the Modern World and others. Second year core modules: Research Methods, Advanced Research Methods, Theories of Crime. Placement year core modules: Integrated Placement Year.

Career pathways

Our BSc (Hons) Criminology programme will prepare you for diverse career opportunities. Hands-on experience enhances your skills and prepares you for a range of professional roles, especially ones within or connected to crime, criminality, or supporting vulnerable populations.

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