BSc (Hons) Criminology at University of Sunderland

Programme overview

You'll gain career-relevant experience through placement and volunteering opportunities. We have strong links with organisations like Northumbria Police and HM Prison Service. There's also the chance to take part in our Local Appropriate Adult Scheme. Here, you can volunteer as someone's appropriate adult. You'll achieve an additional professional qualification.

Department: Social Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course explores key issues surrounding crime and victimisation. It covers current issues, policy, and practices in the criminal justice system. You'll examine the causes, consequences, and societal responses to crime. There's a focus on equipping you to work with vulnerable or high-risk individuals.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Tariff points from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications. These may include: A Levels; T Levels; BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas; Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas; The International Baccalaureate. We accept a maximum of 6 points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/bsc-hons-criminology#apply

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