Overview

Why Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) at Blackburn College?

The Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) (Top Up) course at Blackburn College is validated by Lancaster University, which ranks among the top 15 UK universities. The programme is designed to equip students with vital analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, preparing them for a range of professional roles. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and the opportunity to engage with real-world cases through the Cold Case Unit, enhancing their practical experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) (Top Up) programme are as follows:

International Fee: £8,750 per year
National Fee: £8,750 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum for Level 6 of the Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) (Top Up) programme builds upon foundational knowledge and includes the following modules:

Research Project
Applied Research Report
Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice
Power, Harm and Control
Youth Offending Development and Desistance
Justice on Trial

These modules are designed to deepen your critical engagement with criminological theories and practices, enabling you to conduct significant research that can contribute to improvements in the criminal justice sector.

Careers with Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons)

Graduates of the Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) programme have a diverse array of career opportunities available to them. Many alumni have successfully entered fields such as:

Youth Justice Workers
Restorative Justice Workers
Community Rehabilitation Officers
Community Safety Officers
Counselling and Mediation Officers
Special Constables
Probation Services
Police and Prison Services

Additionally, graduates often pursue further studies in related areas, including postgraduate qualifications in criminology and criminal justice, enhancing their expertise and career prospects.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Youth Offending, Development and Desistence

Communities, Harm and Control

Contemporary Issues in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Blackburn, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Criminal Law Criminology Criminal Justice View 115 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice 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

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120

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80

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to join this BA (Hons) Criminology (Top Up) programme you will need to have successfully completed with at least a pass mark in FdA Criminology & Criminal Justice Foundation Degree. Additional preparation for study at the Top Up programme may be required.
We want students from all backgrounds to have the opportunity to go to University. If you have spent three months or more in local authority care OR are a young carer, you will be eligible for a contextual offer. This is a grade reduction of 1-A Level grade below our standard entry requirements.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8750 GBP / year

≈ 8750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8750 GBP / year

≈ 8750 GBP / year

Living costs

Blackburn

United Kingdom

765 - 1451 GBP / month

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

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