Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons) University of Greenwich

Overview

The  Criminology and Criminal Justice (Hons)  degree at University of Greenwich  will give you an understanding of what causes crime, what its effects are, and how it can be prevented. You'll explore the latest social, cultural and political debates surrounding crime through subjects such as security and terrorism, and the criminology of war. 

This course is also your chance to enter the worlds of policing, forensic psychology, and miscarriages of justice. The criminology graduates have taken up roles in the police, prison and security services, and the civil services.

What you should know about this course

• This course offers great opportunities to explore this fascinating discipline in both applied and theoretical context

• You will explore the social, cultural and political debates surrounding crime, victimisation and deviance

• You will enhance your academic knowledge of key issues, including security, terrorism, gender, cybercrime and criminology of war

• You will learn about crime scene investigation, forensic psychology, and the Criminal Justice System.

Career:

This degree sets graduates up for a wide range of professions. Many students go into human services (including the police and prison, probation and security services, youth offending services, or drug and alcohol counselling) as well as the Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration, and HM Revenue & Customs.

Alternative career paths include social work, child protection, mental health, journalism, civil service, local government, and in NGOs and charities.

The BA (Hons) Criminology & Criminal Justice helps you develop skills in problem-solving, research and communication, providing a solid foundation for other occupations in the public and private sectors.