BA (Hons) Criminal Justice

The BA (Hons) Criminal Justice program at Liverpool John Moores University is a three-year course that investigates the causes of crime and the way society responds to it. Students will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, exceptional teaching, and a thriving research environment that is integrated into the curriculum. This program is perfect for those who are interested in a future in the legal profession, public service, or community leadership.Course Content: The program combines theory, policy, and practice in the study of criminal justice. Students have the opportunity to undertake work placements or study abroad for a semester in the second year of the course. This will provide real-world experience and international perspective to their studies. The course focuses on sociology, law, psychology, and human rights to give an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system.Key Modules: In the first year of study, core modules include 'Criminal Justice Systems', 'Criminological Theory' and 'Criminology: Key Ideas'. Then in the second year, 'Youth Justice', 'Criminal Justice Work Placement' and 'Policing' are some of the subjects, among others. Final year includes the module 'Researching Justice', allowing students to explore a topic of interest in depth.Accreditations: While particular accreditations are not specified, the course is delivered within a top-ranked law school (University ranking according to The Guardian 2020).Future Careers: Graduates of this course may find employment in a variety of fields, including the police, probation service, prison service, social work, youth work, community development, or policy and research. The course also provides a solid foundation for those interested in progressing to postgraduate studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.