BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology

The BA Sociology and Criminology course offered by the University of York is a three-year program that blends the study of crime and social structures. It is tailored to expose students to critical analysis and a deep comprehension of sociological and criminological theories and methodologies.Course Content: The learning material involves critical exploration into the nature and existence of crime, the workings of the criminal justice system and the societal factors related to crime. This course delivers wide knowledge on policy, inequality, social divisions, migration, justice, and more.Key Modules: While the precise set of modules can vary each year, typical key topics include Modern Criminological Theory, Policing and Punishment, Probability, Crime and Criminology, and Contemporary Social Problems and Public Policy.Accreditations: This program is recognized by the British Sociological Association (BSA) and students have the chance to participate in talks, workshops, and events run by the BSA.Future Careers: The course equips students with the key skills applicable across a wide range of employment sectors such as public administration, policing, the Prison Service, social work, community development and the voluntary sector, amongst others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.