Criminology and Sociology (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

At Criminology and Sociology (Hons) from University of Derby you’ll also look at the impact that crime has on both local communities and wider society. And you’ll apply your learning to help make a difference with local communities.

This course could open up career opportunities to work for or with national or local government, the charity sector, the voluntary sector, social or health services.

The highlights

• Explore the connection between crime and society, and understand how you can make a difference
• Apply your knowledge to real-life issues through our Social Justice Hub
• Immerse yourself in the complexities and challenges of the environments in which offenders and victims of crime are made

• You'll have the chance to develop your research skills and applying them to real world, working situations 

Careers

• BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology provides an excellent basis for developing careers in local or national government, in organisations working towards social justice in a variety of contexts, or in professional settings concerned with conflict resolution or security and risk assessment. Alternatively, students can choose to pursue careers in the criminal justice sector: in policing, prisons, probation as well as private sector companies that operate in the sector.
• Opportunities for graduates may also be available in areas such as housing, family services, youth work, or other aspects of social care. Graduates should also consider exploring prospective careers in health care planning and public health engagement. The critical insights and broad perspectives offered through the course means that we would hope students would be able to choose to work in service delivery, management, or strategic planning roles.