Overview

In the (Hons) Criminology and Sociology programme from University of Plymouth 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.

This course is for you if...

you're fascinated by the causes of crime and how the criminal justice system works

Hand holding scales of justice

you want to get hands-on, taking part in live-action and virtual reality crime scene simulations

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you're motivated to put skills into practice with local and national criminal justice agencies

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you're committed to promoting social justice and aspire to make a meaningful impact in your community

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Forensic Criminology: Police Investigations

Critical Perspectives on Crime Control

Culture, Structure and Experience

Social Identities and Inequalities

Professional Development, Placement Preparation and Identifying Opportunities

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Criminology View 590 other Bachelors in Criminology 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

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

76

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59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

UCAS tariff 104 - 120

A levels 104-120 points including a minimum of 2 A levels. Excluding general studies.

BTEC 18 Unit BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in any subject.

BTEC National Diploma modules - If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC.

Access - Pass a named Access to HE Diploma in any subject with at least 33 credits at merit/distinction.

IB - 26-30 overall to include 4 at any Higher Level subject. English and Maths accepted within: Higher Level = 4 Standard Level = 5.

T levels - Merit in any subject.

GCSE - All applicants must have GCSE (or equivalent) mathematics and English at grade C or above.

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Tuition Fees

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18150 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part time (Home) - £815 per 10 credits

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

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

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