Criminology and Sociology (Hons) University of Surrey

Overview

Criminology and sociology, studied together, will give you vital insights into the world of crime. You’ll explore fascinating topics surrounding the cause and effect of criminal actions, the form and outcome of social disorders, the criminal justice system, policing, and the relationship between behaviours and punishments.

Careers and graduate prospects

• Depending on what modules you concentrate on, the  Criminology and Sociology (Hons) course offered at the University of Surrey programme can provide you with the knowledge and analytical skills needed to pursue a wide variety of careers. This includes professions in the public sector, business, education, health and medicine, social work, or counselling. The Criminology and Sociology programme offers preparation for fields that involve investigative skills and working with diverse people, such as journalism, politics, marketing, human resources or public administration. Given the broad education a degree in sociology offers, one of the benefits of a degree in criminology and sociology is flexibility in the job market. Some of the jobs students have taken after graduation include:
• Learning Mentor and Therapy Assistant, St Dominic's School
• Case Administrator, National Offender Management Service
• Intelligence Researcher, Surrey Police
• Training Assistant, Citizens Advice Bureau
• Learning Support Assistant, St Luke's School
• Trainee Probation Officer, National Probation Service
• Police Constable, Metropolitan Police
• Research Officer, HM Inspectorate of Prisons
• Student Recruitment Officer, PricewaterhouseCoopers
• HR Case Manager, Ministry of Justice
• Administrative Officer, The Access to Justice Foundation
• Strategy Officer, Youth Justice Board
• Senior PMO Analyst, Accenture UK
• Data Processor, McLaren Automotive Ltd
• Social Researcher, Office for National Statistics
• Assistant Director, Explore Learning.