Criminology
University of BedfordshireCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Criminology at University of Bedfordshire is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Luton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our criminology courses rank in the UK top 20 overall in their subject field (The Guardian University Guide, 2026). Our BSc (Hons) Criminology offers a dynamic exploration of crime, justice and society. You examine why individuals offend, how crime is controlled and how criminological theories apply to real-world contexts. 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 a median graduate salary of £19,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CCC - BBC |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ 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
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Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bedfordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £25,000 | £28,500 |
| 3 years | £14,000 | £19,500 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £16,500 | £23,500 | £30,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
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Student Satisfaction
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