Overview

The Criminology and Forensic Studies degree at University of Kwazulu Natal introduces students to biological, psychological and social dimensions of criminal behaviour and explores the application of these approaches to an understanding of the diversity of criminal behaviour.

Key Features

The critical evaluation and application of theories to different categories of crime and criminal behaviour provide students with the opportunity to explore and analyse individual and social influences on criminal behaviour.

Not only is the multidimensional nature of conflict studied but analyses refer also to the functioning of the major tiers and role-players of criminal justice recognising the importance of judicial pluralism together with emerging forms of justice such as restorative justice.

Programme Structure

The importance of the crime case study method is furthermore highlighted with the presentation of material to the criminal justice system informed by scientific rigour.

Analyses refer inter alia to the credibility of behavioural evidence, pre-sentence evaluations and victim impact statements.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Criminal Law Criminology View 5 other Bachelors in Criminology in South Africa

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to undergraduate degree programmes must be in possession of a National Senior Certificate for Degree Studies (NSC-Deg) or a Senior Certificate with endorsement.

The medium of instruction at UKZN is English, and UKZN requires a pass in English (Home Language or First Additional Language (FAL)) at Level 4 (50% or above) but note that the College of Law requires a pass in English Home language at Level 5 or English as FAL on Level 6.

UKZN degree programmes require a pass in Life orientation at Level 4.

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Tuition Fees

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18300 USD / year

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Additional Details

36308 Rand for National

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 ZAR / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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English requirements

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