Overview

Throughout the Criminology course at University of Portsmouth you'll investigate the causes and consequences of crime, understand justice system policies, and gain real-world insights into crime prevention and rehabilitation.

With opportunities to progress to a top-up degree or step straight into careers in law enforcement, social services, or community safety, this course is your gateway to making a meaningful impact.

Graduate ready to influence change and build a career in the dynamic world of criminology.

Career opportunities:

This course can be a starting point for students interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, law enforcement, or social services.

What can you do with a Criminology FdSc?

A foundation degree in Criminology can prepare you for entry-level roles in areas such as:

Social work
Probation services
Victim support
Law enforcement
Community safety

Upon completing this course, students may also be eligible for further study, which could lead to higher roles in:

Criminal justice
Policy-making
Academia

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime and Society

Criminal Justice

Crimes of the Powerful

Criminological Research for Change

Policing and Society

Punishment and Penal Policy

Victims and Victimology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

More details

You can apply through the normal UCAS process if you have not yet submitted any applications at all through UCAS. This option remains open until 30 June.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels - DEE-EEE
48-56 points to include 1 A level, or equivalent, in a relevant subject.
T-levels – Pass (D or E in the core) - Merit
BTECs (QCF) - MM-MP
International Baccalaureate - 24 (From the IB Diploma, to include 1 Higher Level in a relevant subject.)

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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

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

6525 GBP / year

≈ 6525 GBP / year

Additional Details

EU students – £10,300 (including EU Scholarship - may be subject to annual increase)

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 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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