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- Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Brighton
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Our Criminology and Sociology degree is ideal if you’re eager to understand our rapidly changing world. This dynamic course combines two closely related fields, exploring both traditional and cutting-edge perspectives. You will delve into social inequality, global and local social change, and their far-reaching consequences. Gain real-world experience through a community placement and learn from guest speakers who are experts in their fields. With a range of option modules, you can tailor the course to your passions, and even apply to study abroad in Spain or Sweden. This degree equips you with the knowledge to make a difference.
TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE- Fascinating subjects – the course covers include deviance and control, youth and delinquency, the relationship between gender and crime and race and crime and cross-cultural issues in crime and justice.- Learning is a varied mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and independent learning activities and research.- Expert teaching team with varied expertise and who are published and esteemed in their research areas.- Opportunity to take a placement to give you hands-on experience and help you stand out to potential employers.- Guest speakers will add to your learning and provide networking opportunities. Speakers have come from organisations including: Eastbourne Foodbank, St Mungo’s, Troubled Families Programme, Boing Boing and the Trust for Developing Communities.- Join a vibrant community – the programme area sits within the School of Humanities and Social Science, all based in one building.- Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to suit your personal career goals.- The chance to specialise in both criminology and sociology, two vital fields in social science.- In the first year, assessment is split between essays and exams – the second and final year consist mainly of coursework.- Opportunity to apply for an international exchange in Spain or Sweden.- The Sociology of Brighton lecture series brings in speakers who deliver lectures in different locations around Brighton such as the Palace Pier.- We work with local LGBT mental health project MindOut to bring a Living Library to the campus. The library is designed to challenge prejudice and stigma and trained volunteers act as ‘books’ to help you explore social issues.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 13,842per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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University information

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University League Table
70th
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Campus address
University of Brighton, Mithras House, Lewes Road, Brighton, Brighton & Hove, BN2 4AT, England
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Subject ranking
68th out of 101 8
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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