Criminology with Law BA (Hons) at Birmingham Newman University

The Criminology with Law course at Birmingham Newman University brings together criminology and law to help you understand crime, justice and how legal systems shape everyday life. You’ll explore key criminological and legal perspectives, studying crime, social harm and the role of the criminal justice system. Alongside this, you’ll build a strong foundation in law and legal practice, with opportunities to study areas such as Family Law, Immigration and Asylum Law, EU Law, International Human Rights, and Medical Law and Ethics.

Department: Criminology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll build your knowledge step by step, exploring crime, justice and law while developing practical skills for your future career. Modules – Year 1: Understanding the Criminal Justice System, The Sociology of Crime, Criminal Minds, Media and Crime, Youth Offending and Justice, Criminological Research Methods; Year 2: Professional Skills and Project Preparation, Law of the European Union, Penology: Punishment and Prisons; Year 3: Equality, Diversity and Criminal Justice, Undergraduate Project, Rehabilitation and Desistance.

Career pathways

While Criminology with Law is not a qualifying law degree, it prepares you for a wide range of careers across the public, private and voluntary sectors. Graduates go on to roles in youth justice, probation, policing, prisons, victim support, private security and the third sector.

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