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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: L3M8

Sociology with Criminology

Ulster University
Derry~Londonderry, Northern Ireland
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3 yearsDuration
£17,490Per Year (Intl)
£34,000Avg. Graduate Salary
74%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Ulster University, the BSc (Hons) Sociology with Criminology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Derry~Londonderry, Northern Ireland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. There are three key emphases in the Sociology degree: an emphasis on the theories and explanatory frameworks found in sociology; an emphasis on examining the social features of contemporary society within a global context; and an emphasis on developing student skills in the collection and assessment of evidence and the development of arguments. During your degree, you will have an opportunity to apply your sociological knowledge through a range of projects and learning activities, as well as in in-depth discussions with teaching staff. Our approach to teaching and learning gives you a range... International tuition fees are £17,490 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 87% student satisfaction rating, a 81% continuation rate, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Sociological Theory and Perspectives
Crime and Deviance
Research Methods in Sociology
Contemporary Society and Social Inequality
Criminology and Criminal Justice Systems
Globalisation and Social Change
Sociology of Culture and Identity
Dissertation in Sociology and Criminology
UCAS Code:L3M8
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CCC

Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A-Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.

International Baccalaureate

24 points

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required.

UCAS Points96

🗣️ 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

£17,490

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£52,470

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Ulster University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£30,000£34,000£35,000

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

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
74%
Learning opportunities
88%
Assessment and feedback
85%
Academic support
85%
Organisation and management
77%
Learning resources
81%
Student voice
56%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Ulster University

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