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BSc (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice (Distance Learning) at University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Study for a Criminology and Criminal Justice degree using our virtual learning environment. Learn at your own pace and combine your studies with other commitments. Develop your interest in criminology and the justice system to an advanced level or gain the qualification you need to start or advance your career in areas such as policing, probation or security on this BSc (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice course.

Duration: 4 years part-time by distance learning  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Academic Skills; Fundamentals of Policing and investigation; The Criminal Justice System; Understanding Criminology; Research Methods; Victimology; Research Analysis; Questioning Criminology and Justice; Fundamentals of Forensic Investigation; Contemporary Criminologies.

Career pathways

Crime will unfortunately always be part of society. So there will always be a demand for graduates with the specialist skills you learn on this course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

There are no specific qualification requirements, we will assess your application on its own merits. Applicants without relevant Level 3 qualifications will be required to produce a short written artefact to better assist the course leader as to the suitability of the applicant. English language: IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years part-time by distance learning

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