Overview

Through the Criminal Justice and Social Policy BA programme from the University of York you will gain an understanding of crime as a social problem. You will also explore this within a wider global framework

Key Facts

You'll gain understanding on the impact of power, politics and social inequalities in the management of crimes and criminal behaviour. Becoming able to critically assess the effectiveness of both criminal justice and social policy practices in delivering justice to every member of society. You will develop as an independent, critical thinker equipped to tackle complex problems and produce creative solutions through collaborative and participatory approaches in your working lives.

Career opportunities

high proportion of our graduates are employed within six months. The nature of our degree means you can pursue career-related interests throughout your study and the work-based placement is a useful opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to future employers.

Career opportunities

Typical career paths in crime and criminal justice systems include:

Police

Solicitor or barrister (via Law conversion courses)

Probation officer

Prison service

Courts service

Government departments and agencies

Youth offending teams.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Policy, Power and Social Progress
Contemporary Issues in Social and Public Policy
The Criminal Justice System
Social Evils in the Chocolate City
Criminal Justice and Inequality
Social Harm and Injustice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Public Policy Criminal Justice Social Policy View 98 other Bachelors in Public Policy 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

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

87

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels: BBB
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 21 credits at Distinction and 24 credits at Merit or higher
BTEC National Extended Diploma: DDM
Cambridge Pre-U: M2, M2, M2
European Baccalaureate: 75% overall
International Baccalaureate: 31 points overall

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26900 GBP / year

≈ 26900 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Disciplines

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