Overview

Throughout the Criminology and Sociology (with Foundation Year) (Hons) BA programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) you'll learn to evaluate evidence, approach issues from multiple perspectives, and build your expertise in research, analysis and communication.

Career opportunities:

BA(Hons) in Criminology and Sociology gives you an understanding of people, society and social groups that will equip you to make a valuable contribution whatever career you choose.

Graduates are in demand by employers for their understanding of individuals, social institutions and processes. And their research, IT literacy and numeracy skills.Many choose to work in the public sector in local or central government, the civil service, healthcare, the justice service or education. Others go into journalism, politics, public relations or HR.You could also go on to postgraduate study or a research degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essentials of Academic Practice

Exploring the Social World and the Problems of Crime

From Plato to Nato

People and Social Science.

Critical Thinking (Sociology and Criminology)

Sociological Practice - Becoming a Social Scientist

Understanding Crime.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Duolingo English Test

105

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Criminal Law Criminology View 572 other Bachelors in Sociology 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

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Duolingo English Test

105

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tariff points: 48Contextual tariff: See our contextual offers page.GCSE: Grade C/4 in English, or equivalent.

English Language Requirement: International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

A-level subjects: No specific subjects required.

EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: No specific subjects required.

For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page.

Access: No specific subjects required.

Baccalaureate IB: No specific subjects required.

Irish Highers: No specific subjects required.

T Levels: No specific subjects required.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

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Tuition Fee

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International

16000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16000 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Bristol

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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