(Hons) Criminology University of Plymouth

Overview

This (Hons) Criminology programme from University of Plymouth will get you to Immerse yourself in live-action and virtual reality crime scenes, and tackle face-to-face suspect interviews

Careers

Why do people commit a crime, and how do we deal with criminality? You will get under the skin of the criminal justice system and learn about how criminology can have an impact on promoting change. As one of the first universities to offer criminology, Plymouth has stayed at the cutting edge and goes far beyond the theoretical. You will immerse yourself in live-action and virtual reality crime scenes, and tackle face-to-face suspect interviews.

Criminology graduates gain a broad skill set that appeals to employers. This interdisciplinary degree develops practical, analytical, and emotional intelligence skills, opening diverse career opportunities. Direct links to criminology within the public sector include the criminal justice system and its agencies, local government, policy making and police work. Working with people is a key requirement, so working as a PCSO, welfare worker, paralegal or probation support worker are also exciting options.

Our students receive support from an Employability and Community Knowledge Exchange Projects Officer, connecting you to networking events and collaborations with criminal justice agencies. Through the Sustainable Social Justice Initiative, you can engage with stakeholders on projects like online scam awareness and community-based social justice campaigns.