Overview

Through the (Hons) Criminology course from the University of West London you will benefit from the expertise of highly experienced criminologists, and have opportunities to undertake work or voluntary work within the criminal justice system in the UK.

Work-based learning is an integral part of this criminology degree, giving you the chance to see first-hand the types of challenges that you will study in your theory modules.

Career opportunities:

A degree in criminology can lead to an array of rewarding jobs within the criminal justice system and related fields.

Job roles

Youth and community worker
Police officer
Detective
Compliance analyst (anti-money laundering)
Welfare and housing associate professional
Prison service officer
Legal associate
Protective service professional
Research assistant
Homeless charity project worker
Court administration
UK Border Force.

Graduate employers

Metropolitan Police
Hertfordshire Constabulary
J.P. Morgan
Westminster Youth Offending
HM Courts and Tribunals Service
Public Health England
Sodexo
Various hospitals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Justice Through Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cybercrime and Cyber Security
Criminal Justice in Practice
Methods and Analysis in Criminological Practice
Explaining Criminal Behaviour
Global and Environmental Crime

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Law Criminology View 231 other Bachelors in Criminal Law in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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51

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

112-120 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include:

A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.

Your UCAS points (based on Level 3 qualifications) will normally be in a minimum of two subject areas.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16750 GBP / year

≈ 16750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part - time:

National - €6,360
International - £11,160

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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Disciplines

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