BA (Hons) Criminology

The BA (Hons) Criminology course offered by Bournemouth University is a dynamic and engaging program that investigates the complexities of crime, the impacts on society and the various elements that manage and prevent it. The course aims to provide students with a strong foundation in criminology theories and methodologies, enhanced with real-world experience from placements and assimilation of current events and phenomena into the curriculum.Course Content: The Criminology program spans a variety of topics including sociological and psychological theories of crime, criminal justice system, crime trends, crime prevention, research methods, and youth justice. The course is divided into three years (levels), each focusing on different aspects of criminology, progressing from basic understanding to in-depth analysis.Key Modules: Some of the key modules throughout the course include Introducing Criminology, The Real CSI, Criminal Justice, Law & Society, The Criminological Imagination, Crimes of the Powerful, Penal Policy & Practice, and Rights & Wrongs in Social Issues.Accreditations: This course is accredited by The British Society of Criminology (BSC), indicating that the curriculum has been assessed and recognised for its high standard of quality.Future Careers: Graduates of the BA (Hons) Criminology course have a wide array of career options. These include roles in social work, probation work, police service, heritage, housing, community work, teaching, or going on to further academic study at the postgraduate level. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.