Criminology

Explore crime and criminal justice issues faced in modern society. You’ll gain a deep insight into the theories of crime, justice and punishment. Explore crime and criminal justice issues faced in modern society.

You’ll gain a deep insight into the theories of crime, justice and punishment. This is a degree with a strong global focus. You’ll study key issues, including human rights, global conflicts, social justice, contemporary social issues, and the globalisation of crime.

You’ll gain knowledge of how criminal justice agencies work and interact, and how criminal justice policy is created. You’ll also explore how policing, courts and prisons present new challenges in today’s world. In Year 1, you'll learn about crime and justice from a theoretical and practical perspective.

You'll examine key criminological concepts, like victimisation, deviance, and justice, and learn to evaluate data and information to develop arguments.