Criminology BSc Honours at Middlesex University

Programme overview

Study at the forefront of criminological education. Gain the skills, research expertise and real-world experience to drive social change and excel in a wide range of impactful careers. Explore the fascinating causes of crime. Critique justice systems and understand the social dynamics shaping our world in our highly-ranked criminology degree.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law | Department: Department of Law and Social Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time, 4 years full-time (with placement), 4-6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available; placement year option) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course offers a deep dive into the complex world of crime, justice and societal responses to deviance. Compulsory modules include Crime in Social Context, Researching Crimes and Communities, Responses to Crime in the 21st Century, Understanding contemporary society, Rethinking Crime and Justice, Criminology in practice, Research Methods for Studying Contemporary Society, Placement Year, Contemporary Issues in Criminology and Social Policy.

Career pathways

A criminology degree from Middlesex is an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers in the criminal justice system and beyond. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills, the course prepares you for roles that require critical analysis, research expertise and effective communication.

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Entry requirements

80-112 UCAS points including GCSE English C/4. empty col. A level: BB-BBC. BTEC: MMP-DMM. Access requirements: Overall pass: must include 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher. Combinations: A combination of A level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 80-112 UCAS Tariff points. Our general entry requirements outlines how we make offers where we have given a range (for example, BBB – BBC in A levels) and how we’ll make you an offer if you are studying a combination of qualifications (for example, BTEC and A level). Interviews are not required for this course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate. Part-time: £83 per taught credit (not included). Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate. Part-time: £152 per taught credit (not included). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time, 4 years full-time (with placement), 4-6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/896e15dc-605d-4f2a-bea3-26731a8ef03d/criminology?studyYear=2027

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