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BA (Hons) Criminology at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Criminology is the study of crime, why people commit it, and how society responds. On this course, you'll explore real-world issues like policing, justice, punishment, and social inequality. At Lincoln, you'll connect what you learn to real careers from the start - developing the skills employers in policing, criminal justice, policy, and social services are actively looking for.

Faculty: Criminology  |  Duration: 3-4 Years; Part-time: 6 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, optional placement year  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is designed to help you understand crime from multiple perspectives and apply that knowledge in the real world. Core modules include 'Tank Town:' A Case study Introduction to Research Methods, Becoming a Criminologist, Crime and the Media, Inequality and Society, Introduction to Social Policy, Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, Skills for Social and Political Sciences.

Career pathways

A criminology degree opens up a wide range of career paths.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BBC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3-4 Years; Part-time: 6 years

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