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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: CJF4

Criminology and Forensic Studies with Foundation Year

Buckinghamshire New University
High Wycombe, England
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4 yearsDuration
£15,910Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
73%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Studies with Foundation Year at Buckinghamshire New University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in High Wycombe, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This course includes an additional foundation year at the start of the course which helps prepare you for full time undergraduate study at BSc level. It is a 4 year course and available to you if you didn't quite meet the entry requirements or want longer to prepare for full time study. At the end of the foundation year you will begin to study the 3 year degree plan, and you will qualify with the same degree award at the end of the course. International tuition fees are £15,910 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Introduction to Academic Study
Criminological Theory and Perspectives
Criminal Justice Systems and Processes
Forensic Science Fundamentals
Crime
Society and Deviance
Research Methods in Criminology
Evidence and Investigation Techniques
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Behaviour
UCAS Code:CJF4
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

EE - CD

UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of 2 A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis.

UCAS Points32

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£15,910

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£63,640

Home Student Fee

£9,790

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Buckinghamshire New University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£21,000£27,000£35,000
3 years£19,000£25,500£30,500
5 years£23,000£30,500£37,000

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 Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 22% above UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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

67%Working
7%Studying
12%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes 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.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
73%
Learning opportunities
80%
Assessment and feedback
61%
Academic support
68%
Organisation and management
48%
Learning resources
78%
Student voice
64%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Buckinghamshire New University

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