BSc Hons. Criminology and Sociology

The Criminology and Sociology BSc(Hons) degree at Kingston University tackles topics around crime, control, punishment, and victimisation, as well as societal challenges including poverty, discrimination, social inequality, and environmental concerns. The course provides a strong foundation in both disciplines, exploring their theories, methods, and key debates. Course Content: The degree comprises of a balanced mix of modules in sociology and criminology, with opportunity for specialisation in your final year. The course focuses on contemporary social issues and problems, from digital lives to migration, justice to the environment. A placement year is offered as well to gain valuable work experience and boost employability.Key Modules: Key modules in the course include Introduction to Sociology and Criminology, Researching Crime and Society, Understanding Social Change, and Race, Ethnicity and Social Justice. In the final year, students can choose from modules on topics such as street crime, sex work, terrorism, cybercrime, institutional racism and artificial intelligence.Accreditations: Upon successful completion of the Criminology and Sociology Bsc(Hons) degree, students may also be awarded the Certificate in Knowledge of Policing subject to additional criteria.Future Careers: Graduates of Criminology and Sociology BSc(Hons) have career opportunities in areas such as probation, policing, the prison service, courts and law reform agencies, local government, market research, teaching, social policy and administration, charity work and housing departments among others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.