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Criminology

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Sheffield

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Foundation Year

Introduction to Social Sciences
Academic Writing and Study Skills
Communication and Professional Development
Critical Thinking and Research Skills
Contemporary Issues in Society
Introduction to Crime and Society

Year 1

Introduction to Criminology
Crime and Social Control
Criminal Justice Systems
Sociology and Contemporary Society
Communication and Professional Skills
Academic and Professional Development

Year 2

Criminological Theories
Policing and Public Protection
Youth Crime and Deviance
Victimology and Social Justice
Research Methods for Social Sciences
Contemporary Issues in Criminology

Year 3

Punishment and Rehabilitation
Global Crime and Security
Crime, Media and Society
Professional Practice in Criminal Justice
Contemporary Criminological Debates
Dissertation / Final Year Project

Entry Requirements

✅ Minimum Age: 18 years old

✅ Academic Qualifications:

Applicants must provide proof of their highest academic qualification, which can include:

Level 3 Qualifications (e.g., A Levels, Level 3 NVQ, diplomas, certificates, or Access to Higher Education Diploma)
International Baccalaureate
High School Level Qualifications
Level 2 Qualifications or equivalent (e.g., GCSEs, Level 2 NVQ, diplomas, certificates)

✅ English Proficiency and Admission Process

If English is not your first language, you must complete an English language test that assesses speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. We also accept a range of other English language qualifications.

Applicants will also need to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team.

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Course overview

The BA (Hons) Criminology with Foundation Year is designed for students who are interested in crime, criminal behaviour, justice systems, and the social factors that influence offending and victimisation. The course provides an understanding of how crime is studied, prevented, and managed within modern society while exploring the relationship between law, social issues, and criminal justice institutions.
The Foundation Year offers additional academic support and introduces students to key concepts related to social sciences, communication, research, and critical thinking before progressing to degree-level study.
Throughout the programme, students explore areas such as criminological theory, policing, criminal justice systems, youth crime, social inequality, victimology, punishment, rehabilitation, and contemporary issues in crime and society. The course combines theoretical understanding with real-world application, encouraging students to critically analyse criminal behaviour, public policy, and the effectiveness of justice systems.
Students also develop transferable skills including communication, analytical thinking, research, teamwork, problem-solving, and professional awareness, preparing them for careers across criminal justice, public services, and related sectors.

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Assessments

Students are assessed through a variety of academic and practical methods designed to reflect real-world criminal justice and social research environments.

Assessments list

Assessment methods may include:

Written assignments and reports
Case study analysis
Presentations and debates
Research projects
Reflective journals
Portfolio work
Group projects
Exams and timed assessments
Final year dissertation / research project

Fees & funding

Course fee per year: £9.535

The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.

If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.

Fees breakdown

Tuition fee loans cover the full cost of your course and are paid directly to the course provider.
Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.

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Study & Career progression

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Criminology with Foundation Year can pursue opportunities across a range of criminal justice, public service, and community-focused sectors.

Career progression examples

Potential career paths include:

Police and Community Support roles
Probation and Rehabilitation Services
Youth Offending and Support Services
Victim Support Services
Community and Social Care roles
Prison and Custodial Services
Safeguarding and Public Protection roles
Charitable and Community Organisations

Criminology

BA Hons

Course summary

On Campus

Bachelor with Foundation year

4 years

Sheffield

September

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