BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology at Birkbeck, University of London

Programme overview

This BA Sociology and Criminology allows you to combine the study of social life and social relations with the field of criminology and the investigation of crime and its control.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences | Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this course you will confront and seek to understand the most challenging social questions of our time by examining social relations and social change alongside the critical investigation of policies, institutions and practices related to crime and its control. You will explore theories and case studies that equip you with the knowledge to make sense of the complexity of society, crime and punishment and learn about the social relations and criminal justice systems that give shape to the contemporary world. You must complete modules worth a total of 360 credits. Compulsory modules include Criminal Justice Institutions and Processes, Global Societies, The Politics of Knowledge: Sociology and the World (Level 4), What is Crime?.

Career pathways

Studying this course will prepare you for career paths in a range of fields and professions including: social research and policy analysis, criminal justice and human rights advocacy, community outreach, public sector and NGOs.

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Entry requirements

Full-time study - how many UCAS points do I need: Three years full-time: 112 points (e.g. A-levels BBC) Four years full-time with Foundation Year: 48 points Part-time study: For part-time study our standard requirements are a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent. Alternative entry routes: Three years full-time or four years part-time: Access to Higher Education Diploma with a minimum of 15 credits achieved at Merit or Distinction in humanities or social science units. Three years full-time: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - DMM English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component. UCAS code L303 (Three years full-time, on campus).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time home students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

International applicants: GBP 19,320 a year (2027/28). Full-time international students; Three years full-time, on campus Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus

Apply through the official page: https://www.bbk.ac.uk/student-services/admissions/undergraduate/applications

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