BSc (Hons) Criminology at University of Southampton

Crime, security and justice are endlessly fascinating subjects, for culture, society and the media. This popular BSc Criminology degree will let you explore how the nature of crime and punishment changes around the world and over time. Specialist modules will help you steer your degree to a range of professional careers.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Department: Sociology, social policy and criminology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll take 8 modules per year, which consist of contact time (lectures, seminars, workshops), preparation for classes, and independent study. In years 2 and 3, you can choose optional modules from related disciplines or other faculties. You can even learn a new language.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including central and local government, the police, prison and probation services, the court services, security services, non-profit-making organisations, NHS, charities that work with young offenders or victims of crime. Careers directly related to the course include community development worker, crime scene investigator, detective, police officer, prison officer, probation officer, social worker, youth worker.

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