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BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice and Law

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BA (Hons) Part-time 6 years, Full-time 3 years

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BA (Hons)

Start date(s)

15 September 2025

UCAS Code

MM91

Course specifications

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Course length

Part-time (6 years),Full-time (3 years)

Campus location

University: City Campus

School

School of Social Sciences and Humanities

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• Overview
• Entry Requirements
• Fees & Finance
• Modules
• Employability
• Facilities

Why choose this course?

Crime and its impact, are at the forefront of current political and social debate. A degree in criminology and criminal justice with law enables you to explore the reality behind the newspaper headlines on crime and examine a topic which is relevant, topical and has real, practical application in contemporary society. You will also cover a number of key law subject areas which link to the criminology side of your course.

You will study a wide range of topics covering the legal and sociological issues of criminology and criminal justice, including the operation of the criminal courts through punishment and sentencing and policing of society as well as social inequalities and the law. You will cover a range of law areas which are of specific relevance to this field of study.

What's unique about this course?

• Crime and its impact, are at the forefront of current political and social debate. A degree in criminology and criminal justice with law enables you to explore the reality behind the newspaper headlines on crime and examine a topic which is relevant, topical and has real, practical application in contemporary society.
• This integrated degree develops skills which are appropriate to a range of careers from the Civil Service to various management roles.
• You could also continue your study of law and undertake the LLM Common Professional Examination at Wolverhampton; to enable you to proceed to the Legal Practice Course or to the Bar Professional Training Course.

What happens on the course?

Throughout this course you will learn about a range of topics from the criminal justice system and how it functions, the causes and consequences of crime, victimology, rehabilitation, the history of crime and punishment.

By combining with law you will also gain experience in key areas of criminal law, housing law and refugee law. With pathways related to specific topics (for example, probation) you can tailor what you study to your own interests and desired career.

With teaching developed and delivered by research-led staff you can be sure you are learning about the latest research and debates in policy and practice. Teaching and assessment are facilitated through various approaches to provide something for everyone. At every level of your degree, you will have the opportunity to undertake volunteering with a relevant organisations to further your experience within the field and develop your transferable skills. Even if you choose not to do this, there is still an emphasis on employability at every level throughout the course.

Course Modules

Year 1

• Applied Legal Skills and Research
  • Module: 4LW018
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Core
• English Legal System and Principles of Professional Conduct
  • Module: 4LW022
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Core
• Law of Torts
  • Module: 4LW005
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Core
• Working in the Criminal Justice System
  • Module: 4CJ002
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Core
• Advocacy in Action
  • Module: 4SA014
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Optional
• Human Rights in Criminal Justice
  • Module: 4CJ005
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Optional
• Victimology
  • Module: 4CJ006
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 1
  • Type: Optional

Year 2

• Advanced Criminal Law
  • Module: 5LW004
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Core
• Criminal Law
  • Module: 5LW002
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Core
• Criminal Litigation and Practice
  • Module: 5LW027
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Core
• Framing the Criminological World
  • Module: 5CJ002
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Core
• Research methods
  • Module: 5SL009
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Core
• Environmental Crime
  • Module: 5CJ011
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Optional
• Police and Society
  • Module: 5CJ003
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Optional
• Volunteering in Action
  • Module: 5SL008
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 2
  • Type: Optional
• Employment Law
  • Module: 6LW005
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Core

Year 3

• Independent Project Module
  • Module: 6CJ018
  • Credits: 40
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Core
• Internet Law
  • Module: 6LW034
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Core
• Nationality, International Migration and Refugee Law
  • Module: 6LW048
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Core
• Controlling Crime
  • Module: 6CJ006
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Optional
• Rehabilitation of Offenders and Desistance
  • Module: 6CJ015
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Optional
• Serious and Organised Crime
  • Module: 6CJ011
  • Credits: 20
  • Period: 3
  • Type: Optional

Potential Career Paths

Recent graduates in Criminology and Criminal Justice and Law are working in a variety of roles including Criminal Justice Agencies, the Police and the National Probation Service, others are employed in related fields such as trading standards, HM Revenues and Customs, the UK Border Agency and social work.

This integrated degree develops skills which are appropriate to a range of careers from the Civil Service to various management roles. All our courses provide the academic background and scholarship necessary for postgraduate study at both Master's and Doctoral level.

You could also continue your study of law and undertake the LLM Common Professional Examination at Wolverhampton; to enable you to proceed to the Legal Practice Course or to the Bar Professional Training Course.

Additional Information

Why Wolverhampton?

Practical Experience: An opportunity at each level of the course to undertake a placement module which will provide invaluable practical experience.

Pastoral support: We pride ourselves in our supportive culture, with a large team of academic and student support staff to provide excellent pastoral care and support together with a welcoming academic environment in which to undertake your degree.

Research-led: Our research-led teaching ensures that you will be learning about the very latest debates in policy and practice.

What skills will you gain?

On successful completion of this course you will be able to:

• Have knowledge of the fundamental concepts, principles, theories and procedures of law and criminology and an understanding of how they operate.
• Apply knowledge to problem situations and demonstrate the ability to provide solutions to unresolved debates demonstrated over a wide number of legal and criminal justice issues.
• Act independently in planning and managing tasks with limited guidance in areas which you have studied and will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of ICT and engage with blended and technology supported learning.
• Understand the key concepts and theoretical approaches that have developed and are developing in relation to crime, responses to crime and the practices of the criminal justice system.
• Have a critical awareness of social political and cultural diversity in the context of criminological theories and the criminal justice system.
• Identify and use primary legal sources and journals relevant to topics under study.

Course Fees and Finance

Location | Mode | Fee | Year
---|---|---|---
Home | Full-time | £9250 per year |
Home | Full-time | £9535 per year |
Home | Part-time | £4625 per year# |
Home | Part-time | £4768 per year# |
International | Full-time | £14950 per year |
International | Full-time | £15995 per year |

Additional Course Costs

Additional Field Trips: Small contribution for field trips may be requested.

Further information on these additional costs will be provided during your studies.

Further information on these additional costs will be provided prior to the start of your studies

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

Entry Requirements

Typical entry requirement: 96 UCAS points

• A Levels - grades CCC / BCD
• BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma - grades MMM
• BTEC L3 Diploma - grades DD
• Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at merit)

Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your qualifications and points

• If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
• International entry requirements and application guidance can be found at
• Successful completion of the International Foundation Year in Social Sciences guarantees entry on to this course

Other Requirements

Students must usually have studied for a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, we will consider applications from mature students who do not have two years of post-16 study, where they have relevant work experience. Please see for further information.

Funding

Tuition Fees Loan(Home Fee Status):

Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

Self-funding:

If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.

For more information please contact the Gateway.

Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment , confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.

for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Bursaries and Scholarships:

In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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