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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: ML9K
Criminology, Policing and Investigation
Birmingham City UniversityBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£18,570Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Criminology, Policing and Investigation at Birmingham City University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Want to start a career in criminal investigation? Our Criminology, Policing and Investigation University course has close ties to the West Midlands Police Force. Make sense of contemporary issues in policing by getting the big picture perspective on crime, victimisation, and various responses to crime and deviance. International tuition fees are £18,570 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 86% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Criminological Theory and Practice
Crime Scene Investigation and Forensics
Policing and Law Enforcement
Criminal Justice Interviewing Techniques
Victimology and Crime Prevention
Criminal Law and Procedure
Ethics and Professional Practice in Investigation
Research Methods in Criminology
UCAS Code:ML9K
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC A Level: 112 UCAS tariff points / BBC (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. |
| UCAS Points | 112 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,570
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£55,710
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham City University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,000 | £26,000 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £26,000 | £30,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
82%Working
4%Studying
6%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
41%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University offers Criminology, Policing and Investigation as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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