BSc (Hons) Applied Sociology and Criminology at University of Bedfordshire

Programme overview

Explore the forces that shape society and understand crime in a rapidly changing world while you dive into issues such as media representations of crime; urban and youth violence; forensic mental health; and the power of digital technologies. The course is designed to be both practical and thought-provoking, supporting you to build strong research and data-analysis skills while gaining hands-on experience.

Faculty: School of Sport, Psychology and Social Science | Department: Social Sciences | Study mode: full-time; part-time | Intake: September | Location: Luton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Units include Applied sociology; Introduction to criminology and criminal justice; Crime, media and society; Policy in action; Career planning for social scientists; Introduction to research methods; Crime and justice: theoretical approaches; Research methods; Work-related experience; Prison, probation and offender rehabilitation.

Career pathways

Graduates develop the knowledge and skills to work in fields such as criminal justice, social policy, victim support and offender rehabilitation, or progress to a Master’s or professional qualification.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 UCAS tariff points including 80 from at least 3 A-levels or equivalent. UCAS code: ML23.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2027/28 is £10,050 per year. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2027/28). The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2027/28 is £18,150 per year. Source

Intake: September

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