Criminology (Extended Degree)

About this course

Criminology asks some of the most fundamental questions about society: why do people break the law, how do institutions of justice respond, and what does the way a society defines and punishes crime reveal about its values and power structures? It is a discipline that draws on sociology, psychology, law, philosophy, and politics to examine crime not just as a series of individual acts but as a social phenomenon shaped by history, culture, and inequality. Studying criminology develops your capacity for critical thinking about evidence, policy, and the limits of official narratives. At Northumbria University, this extended degree runs over four years and is built to offer exceptional depth alongside practical experience. The programme includes a sandwich year in professional practice and a year abroad, as well as work placement opportunities, meaning you will engage with criminological id

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