BA Hons Criminology and Policing

The Undergraduate Criminology and Policing course offered by Anglia Ruskin University provides an in-depth exploration of criminal behaviour and the vital role that police play in detecting and deterring crime. This exciting and diverse programme of study combines criminological theory with the study of crime detection and prevention.Course Content: The course delivers a comprehensive understanding of why crimes are committed and how they can impact society. The curriculum covers theoretical foundations, exploring criminology in a modern context and investigating how the behaviours are categorised and regulated. The course offers a holistic approach to understanding policing by examining its role in society, the public's expectations of the police and how these expectations are met.Key Modules: Modules include 'Understanding Crime & Criminology', 'Policing in Context', 'Policing, Society & Public Safety', 'Policing, Investigation, & Society' and 'Policing, Politics, & Public Policy'. The combination of these modules allows students to develop their understanding and critical thinking of contemporary policing and crime prevention strategies effectively. Future Careers: On completing this course successfully, graduates could consider a career in the police service, prison service, probation service, or roles in community safety departments, youth offending teams, crime analyst roles, security consultants or in non-governmental organizations. The course also provides a strong base for further study or research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page [here](https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/criminology-and-policing).