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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L390
Criminology
De Montfort UniversityLeicester, England
3 yearsDuration
£16,800Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
82%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Criminology at De Montfort University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Leicester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Examine the impact of crime on society and become empowered to question, challenge, and reshape the systems that surround it. This course brings together sociology, law, philosophy, and social policy to deepen your understanding of criminology in today’s world—locally, nationally, and globally. You’ll develop essential, transferable skills such as critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and reflexivity, preparing you for impactful careers across criminal justice, social justice, and advocacy sectors. International tuition fees are £16,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Criminological Theory and Perspectives
Crime and Society
Criminal Justice Systems and Processes
Sociology of Deviance and Social Control
Law
Ethics and Criminal Responsibility
Policing and Law Enforcement
Research Methods in Criminology
Applied Criminology and Social Policy
UCAS Code:L390
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC |
| UCAS Points | 112 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,800
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£50,400
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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — De Montfort University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £26,000 | £31,500 |
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▼ 16% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
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 £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
65%Working
10%Studying
10%Seeking Work
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.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
79%
Overall
Teaching on my course
82%Learning opportunities
83%Assessment and feedback
76%Academic support
86%Organisation and management
82%Learning resources
83%Student voice
64%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
69%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About De Montfort University
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