Criminology and Sociology (Hons) Abertay University

Overview

Criminology and Sociology (Hons) at Abertay University is a flexible degree. For the first two years, everyone studies the same curriculum. In years three and four our academics help you explore areas such as:

• Gender, crime and victimology.
• Race and ethnicity.
• The process of criminalisation.
• Human rights and politics.

After the first two years of study, you can choose to specialise in other areas or carry on studying this pathway. 

You will receive a strong grounding in theory and research methods, along with training in specialist data-analysis software. This degree equips you to succeed in developing your critical thinking skills and enhancing your employability, opening up a wide variety of career options.

Career

We are extremely proud of our alumni, who have gone into a variety of different roles such as:

• Community development worker
• Crime scene investigator
• Detective
• Police officer
• Police staff
• Prison officer
• Probation officer
• Social worker
• Youth worker
• Teacher