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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: M900
Criminology
University of ChesterChester, England
3 yearsDuration
£14,950Per Year (Intl)
£22,500Avg. Graduate Salary
94%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Criminology at University of Chester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Chester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. This dynamic, transdisciplinary course will prepare you to enter the real world of criminology and criminal justice. You will look at national and international case studies to help you gain an understanding of a range of perspectives on society's key challenges, such as social inequality, crime, harm and justice. There is a clear social justice focus throughout this course, which critically reviews media landscapes and their impact on society. International tuition fees are £14,950 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 94% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Criminological Theory and Perspectives
Criminal Justice Systems and Processes
Crime
Society and Social Inequality
Research Methods in Criminology
Media
Crime and Social Representation
Policing
Prosecution and the Courts
Victims
Offenders and Rehabilitation
Criminology Dissertation or Independent Research Project
UCAS Code:M900
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC - BBC |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 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
£14,950
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£44,850
Home Student Fee
£5,760
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 — University of Chester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £19,000 | £22,500 | £25,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £20,500 | £23,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £25,000 | £29,000 |
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▼ 18% below UK average salary
This course
£20,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
45%Professional Jobs
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
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
95%
Overall
Teaching on my course
94%Learning opportunities
94%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
94%Learning resources
98%Student voice
94%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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