Program Overview

Introduction to Criminology and Social Policy (BSc)

The Criminology and Social Policy (BSc) program is a three-year, full-time course that combines the study of criminology and social policy within an interdisciplinary social sciences context. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the key ideas, theories, and concepts used in criminology and social policy, as well as the research methods used in the social sciences.

Subject Area and UCAS Code

• Subject area: Social sciences
• UCAS code: 8D46

Program Details

Duration and Mode

• Duration: 3 years
• Mode: Full time

Tuition Fees

• Fees for home status:
  • Year one: ｣9,535
  • Year two: ｣9,535
  • Year three: ｣9,535
• Fees for overseas status:
  • Year one: ｣24,700
  • Year two: ｣24,700
  • Year three: ｣24,700

Entry Requirements

• A level: ABB-BBC
• International Baccalaureate: 32-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects
• Baccalaureate Wales: Accepted in lieu of one A-Level (at the grades listed above), excluding any specified subjects
• GCSE and other essential requirements:
  • English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent
  • Not accepted: Critical Thinking, General Studies, Citizenship Studies, or other similar equivalent subjects
• English language requirements:
  • GCSE: Grade C or grade 4 in GCSE English Language
  • IELTS (academic): At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill
  • TOEFL iBT: At least 90 overall with a minimum of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading, and 20 for speaking
  • PTE Academic: At least 69 overall with a minimum of 59 in all communicative skills
  • Trinity ISE II/III: II: at least two Distinctions and two Merits; III: at least a Pass in all components

Course Structure

The program consists of 120 credits per year, with the final degree classification based on the grades achieved in years two and three.

• Year one: Six compulsory 20-credit modules designed to introduce students to key ideas and research in criminology and social policy
• Year two: Five core 20-credit modules and one optional 20-credit module
• Year three: 40 credits from the criminology portfolio, 40 credits from the social policy portfolio, and a 40-credit dissertation

Learning and Assessment

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, independent study, and self-directed learning. Assessment formats include individual and group assignments, coursework, presentations, and exams. Feedback is provided on assessments to help students reflect on their level of attainment.

Careers and Placements

The program encourages students to think about life beyond university, offering support to give them a competitive advantage on graduating. Placement or study abroad opportunities are available in the third year, extending the program to four years.

Studying in Welsh

Up to 19% of the course is available through the medium of Welsh. Students should contact the Admissions tutor for more information.