Criminology (Hons) University of Huddersfield

Overview

Crime is a feature of social life in every community and society globally, with behaviours regarded as crime constantly changing. As such, there is a rising demand for criminal justice agencies and governments to understand crime. Our Criminology (Hons) degree course offered at the University of Huddersfield provides the opportunity for you to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for a prospective future career working with offenders, victims, criminal justice organisations, crime reduction roles, and more.

Key Facts

You’ll also be encouraged to explore ways to explain crime, investigate crime, reduce crime, and respond to crime. This allows you to gain a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system, including the Police, the Crown Prosecution Service and His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service.

Our lecturers have worked in the criminal justice system and have a wide range of research specialisms, so will use their expertise to engage and inspire you. Guest speakers, such as police officers, drug outreach workers and criminal justice staff, will visit the University to share their experiences, and you’ll have the chance to take part in debates including, for example, why people commit crime. You’ll also investigate such topics as sexual offending, cybercrime, mental health and crime, and violent crime. Expert guidance will be provided throughout the course; one of our tutors will act as your Personal Academic Tutor to ensure you are getting the most from your studies and are fully prepared for a potentially exciting career ahead.

In year two, you’ll complete compulsory work experience in a relevant setting, helping you put your skills and knowledge into practice; past students’ placements include working with youth offending teams, in prisons, police stations, and courts, as well as in voluntary agencies supporting offenders and victims in the community. You may also have the opportunity to work and study abroad via the Turing Scheme.