BA (Hons) Criminology and Philosophy & Ethics

The Criminology and Philosophy Ethics course offered by Liverpool Hope University is a comprehensive and challenging academic journey designed to develop intellectual and professional skills. The course combines the study of criminology with the philosophical exploration of ethics and morality, providing students with an understanding of the ethical issues and debates around crime, punishment and justice.Course Content: This combined degree is structured around the central issues of criminology such as policing and security, human rights, and criminality, supplemented by the philosophical study of ancient and contemporary philosophical thinkers. It engages students with real-world problems associated with crime, criminals, and the policing and justice systems.Key Modules: There are four key components to this combined degree program; 'Exploring Criminology', 'Themes in Criminology', 'Introduction to Philosophy: The Revolutionary Thinkers', and 'Truth and Value: An Introduction to Metaphysics and Ethics'. Moreover, students are encouraged to choose optional modules that align with their personal interests and career aspirations, including 'Criminal Justice', 'Victimology', and 'Morality and Society', to name a few.Future Careers: Graduates from this combined degree program have a wide range of potential career paths. The interdisciplinary nature of the course is designed to prepare students for careers in criminal justice agencies, government departments, the curation and heritage sector, teaching, journalism, and the legal profession.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.