BA Criminology with Counselling Skills

The BA Criminology with Counselling Skills course offered by the University of Essex is an inter-disciplinary programme that teaches students how to apply psychological theories to understand, predict and reduce criminal behaviour. The course will enhance students' understanding of how often sensitive issues such as crime, mental health and wellbeing intersect, and the important role counselling skills can play in mitigating the impacts. Course Content: This full-time course is delivered over three years. The first year builds a solid understanding of criminology basics and the foundations of counselling, while the second and third years allow for deepening of knowledge, and the opportunity to undertake elective modules in line with student's interests. Some of these modules may include 'Drugs and Society', 'Race and Criminal Justice', and 'Children as Victims and Offenders'. The course ends with a final year dissertation, giving students the chance to undertake original research in a topic they are passionate about.Key Modules: Some of the key modules covered in this course include Introduction to Criminology, Foundations of Counselling, Psychological Aspects of Criminal behaviour, Crime, Punishment and Society, Children as victims and offenders, Violent Crime, among others.Future Careers: This course can lead to a wide range of career opportunities. Graduates may work in the Criminal Justice System, with roles in the police, prison, probation or parole services; in non-profit organisations addressing issues such as drug rehab, homelessness, domestic violence and victim support; or further their studies in law, social work, psychology or similar fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.