Criminology (Hons) University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Overview

Throughout the Criminology (Hons) BA degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will also develop a critical understanding of the local, national and international context of crime, offenders, victimisation and responses to crime (including cybercrime, crime in literature, and globalisation and crime). 

In the first and second years, you will follow a traditional broad approach to the study of criminology. In years three and four, you will examine, in-depth, particular areas of criminology, allowing you to study specific topics and themes which reflect staff research specialisms. Each year, you will build on your analytical and research abilities through the core research methods modules. 

The degree also offers the opportunity to study other Humanities subjects such as sociology, history, literature, archaeology, politics, and theology.

• You will have the opportunity to study the social world in relation to crime and its control
• You will develop your research and methodological skills, which you can take into your future career
• You will have the opportunity to attend the annual staff/student Social Sciences conference, with the opportunity to present at the conference in your 4th year, further enhancing the graduate skills you develop as part of the course
• You will develop and enhance your digital skills The nature of the degree will give you greater flexibility in employment, advanced study and research opportunities
• Taught by highly experienced academics
• Exciting modules are offered at upper levels of the course, based on the research of course staff
• Full-time and part-time options mean you can fit your studies around your personal circumstances
• You can study individual modules for personal or professional development

Career opportunities:

On successful completion of this degree, you will have a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial, statutory, and voluntary sectors, including: 

• Community development worker

• Detective

• Police officer

• Prison officer

• Probation officer

• Social worker

• Youth worker

• Education (teaching)

• Researcher

• Central and local government

• Police and prison services

• Court services

• Security services

• Non-profit-making organisations, including the NHS

• Educational institutions and charities that work with young offenders or victims of crime