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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: LM41

Sociology and Criminology (Study Abroad)

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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4 yearsDuration
£23,750Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Ready to see the world of crime and criminal justice differently? Interested in how crime impacts communities and individuals differently depending on where they live or who they are? Join us to unpick theories and perspectives that explain today’s most pressing social and crime-related issues. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Social control
Racism and hate
Poverty stigma
Drug-related crimes
Sex offences
Organised crime
Human rights violations
UCAS Code:LM41
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBB

International Baccalaureate

30 points

with 15 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic58————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,750

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£95,000

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 — Lancaster University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£26,000£30,500
3 years£18,500£23,000£26,500
5 years£21,500£26,500£33,000

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
£23,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 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

Course-level data

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

Teaching on my course
88%
Learning opportunities
91%
Assessment and feedback
75%
Academic support
96%
Organisation and management
81%
Learning resources
94%
Student voice
71%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

2 Scholarships Available

Matched to your course, level & nationality

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India Scholarship – Undergraduate

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • For India students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Undergraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Lancaster University

About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Sociology and Criminology (Study Abroad) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#164QS World
#24UK Ranking
18,620+Students
165+Courses
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