BSc (Hons) Criminology

The Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Master of Science (MSci) in Criminology from Staffordshire University is an innovative and comprehensive program aimed at students interested in understanding crime, criminal justice systems and crimerelated issues. The program invites students on a path to delve deeper into the mind of the criminal and understand the social conditions that lead to crime. With a combination of theoretical and practical studies along with industry placements, students gain the necessary skills to excel in the field of criminology.Course Content: The course is structured in a stepwise manner to build an indepth understanding of the criminological world. It provides a comprehensive foundation in criminology and criminal justice, including the causes of crime, crime prevention, the impacts of crime on society, and the mechanisms of the criminal justice system. Besides, the students will also study the sociological, legal, political, psychological, and philosophical aspects of crime.Key Modules: The course includes specialized modules covering diverse topics such as: Crime and Society: Introduction to criminological theories and sociological understanding of crime. Criminal Justice and Penal Process: Explore the criminal justice system and the processes involved. Advanced Criminological Theory: An indepth study of advanced criminological theories. Youth Crime and Justice: An understanding of the concept of youth crime and its implications. Crime, Media and Culture: Implications of media's representation of crime and popular culture's effect on the perception of crime. Research Methods: Learn to formulate research questions, collect data, analyze and present results using various qualitative and quantitative methods.Accreditations: The BSc/MSci Criminology program at Staffordshire University is recognized and endorsed by the British Society of Criminology which attests to its high academic standard and relevance to the field. This accreditation aids in boosting the employability of the university's graduates within the job marketplace.Future Careers: The comprehensive nature of the course and its emphasis on realworld application makes the program desirable for those interested in a career in criminal justice, law enforcement, social work, probation service, youth justice, and community development. Additionally, the research skills developed during the course can pave the way for further studies in criminology or a related field. The students also have the option to advance their learning by proceeding to the MSci level from the BSc, by which they can prepare for a career in research or professional practice at a higher level.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.