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BSc Sociology and Criminology at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Explore the relationship between social behaviour and crime with this fusion of 2 fascinating disciplines. On this BSc degree, you’ll examine our perception of what is right or wrong, and how this changes over time and between cultures. You’ll learn from expert tutors who are consulted by the government, criminal justice agencies and the media.

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 study a mixture of core and optional modules across sociology and criminology. Each year you’ll also have the chance to choose modules from other courses at the University. This will give you valuable opportunities to expand your knowledge and create an impressive CV.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including charitable, counselling and voluntary organisations, law firms, local and central government, media companies, marketing and pr firms, the nhs, police and probation services. Careers directly related to the course include advice worker, community development worker, housing manager, police officer, policy officer, social researcher, youth worker, detective.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels: ABB. IB: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level. Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C). IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 28,300 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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