Criminology University of Southampton

Overview

Criminology is one of the oldest social sciences. It explores the origins and patterns of criminality, the reasons for committing crime, and the workings of the criminal justice system.

At this Criminology BSc course offered by the University of Southampton you’ll study criminology and criminal justice, covering topics such as:

• criminal behaviour
• victimisation
• the socio-legal context of crime
• the reaction of society
• the future of social control

This course will open the door to further research, or careers in public service, criminal justice and beyond.

As part of your degree you can:

• study a minor subject, such as psychology, alongside your main degree
• learn to analyse criminal behaviour and the workings of the criminal justice system
• examine cyber and international crime
• study abroad for a semester in Brazil, Canada or China
• challenge yourself and help make a difference with our Social Impact Lab
• take specialist modules from other disciplines to unlock a range of career options

The University is also home to the Institute of Criminal Justice. You can take part in seminars, workshops and lectures, and explore the relationships between criminal justice scholarship, research, policy, and practice.

Career Opportunities

This degree will allow you to develop and evidence subject-specific and targeted employability skills. This includes the required skill set for a range of future careers, further study, or starting your own business.

The skills you can expect to focus on and gain from this course include:

• Research

• Critical thinking

• Self-management

• Confidence

• Communication

• Teamwork