BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology at Goldsmiths, University of London

Programme overview

Explore how societies are organised, and how people are united and divided. Within the context of modern forms of power, examine the nature of crime and criminality from a critical, sociological perspective. You'll be taught by researchers at the cutting edge of criminological and sociological research on urban crime, control and security, and globalisation and crime.

Faculty: School of Global Change | Department: Sociology | Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (compulsory modules): Modern Knowledge, Modern Power, Methods for Worldmaking 1B, Crime, Control and the State, Culture and Society, Academic Skills for the Social Sciences/Humanities, Methods of Worldmaking 2A, Crimes Against Humanity, Criminal Justice in Context.

Career pathways

Sociologists enter careers that centre on the challenges and demands that members of a society face. The BA Sociology with Criminology degree will provide an excellent base for careers in: Civil society organisations, Human rights organisations, Policing and probation work, A range of research, planning and policy-oriented careers, Social services, criminal justice, welfare services, Education, Local or national government.

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Entry requirements

We accept the following qualifications: A-level: CCC. BTEC: DMM. International Baccalaureate: 27 points overall with three HL subjects at 555. Access: Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 24 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject-specific modules. Scottish qualifications: CCCCD (Higher) or DDD (Advanced Higher). European Baccalaureate: 65%. Irish Leaving Certificate: H3 H3 H3 H3. We welcome students with a range of educational experiences. If you believe you may not meet the standard qualification requirements we would still encourage you to apply because we consider all aspects of your application when making a decision. We’ll pay particularly careful attention to your personal statement, which is your opportunity to demonstrate your interest in the subject you’ve applied for. English language: IELTS 6.0 with a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5. UCAS code 3L3L.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/2027). Home - full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 22,000 a year (2026/2027). International - full-time Source

Duration: 3 years full time, 6 years part time

Apply through the official page: https://www.gold.ac.uk/ug/apply/

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