Criminology with Youth Justice - BSc (Hons) at University of South Wales

A degree focused on how society responds when children and young people are affected by crime, harm, vulnerability or offending, covering youth offending, safeguarding, child criminal exploitation, youth violence, prevention and rehabilitation. Taught through case studies, scenario-based learning and professional insight at Pontypridd.

Department: Policing, Criminology and Public Services  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one covers Inside the Criminal Justice System, Exploring Crime and Deviance, From Theory to Impact: Essential Research in Criminology, Crime Unmasked: Contemporary Crime and Challenges, Diversity, Crime and Justice, Beyond the Books: Academia, Employment and Professionalism in Criminal Justice, and The Real Impact of Crime: Vulnerability and Victims. Assessment includes case studies, safeguarding scenarios, simulated decision-making, policy briefings, presentations, reports and reflective portfolios.

Career pathways

Youth justice services, probation, prisons, victim support, police, family and early intervention services, education welfare and mentoring, community and outreach programmes, policy and advocacy roles, and further study.

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