BA (Hons.) Criminology

The Criminology BA Honours course at Westminster University is a full-time program that provides an in-depth understanding of crime, criminal justice, and social and public policy, linking these to a range of social and political issues. The course emphasises the importance of understanding the relationships between criminology and sociology in the modern world, and equips students with the skills to critically evaluate and discuss the various theories studied.Course Content: The course will train students in research skills which will be put into practice in seminars, workshops, and other field trips. Also included in the course structure is a personal tutor who will provide academic support and guidance throughout the duration of the course. The third year of study gives students an opportunity to engage in a work placement or study abroad for a semester. Key Modules: Some of the key modules in the course include Introduction to Criminology, Theories of Crime, Researching Sociology and Criminology, Modern Social Theory, Race and Racism, Crimes of the Powerful, Policing and Punishment, Human Rights and Social Justice, Youth, Crime and Violence, Substance Misuse, Sexuality and the Law, and Terrorism and Modern Society.Accreditations: The Criminology BA Honours course at the University of Westminster is Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) checked.Future Careers: Graduates from this program may go on to work in a variety of fields, including crime prevention and community safety within local government, the police and prison services, security services, NGO's, housing and welfare organisations, or to further study within postgraduate qualifications in sociology and criminology. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.