Sociology and Criminology with Placement Year

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Sociology and Criminology with Placement Year at University of Reading is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make sense of contemporary societies and how they are changing, with a particular focus on crime and criminal justice. In Sociology, you will study the social processes which shape individuals, social groups, and social institutions and which underpin social order and social change. You will learn to connect key theoretical and conceptual ideas to core dimensions of social differentiation such as gender, class, and race, as well as age, sexuality, education, and more. International tuition fees are £25,850 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, a 81% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Graduate Outcomes

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