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Criminology & Criminal Justice/Criminology & Criminal Justice (Policing) BA (Hons)

University of the West of Scotland

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University of the West of Scotland
UCAS CODE: M211

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Paisley Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    08-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


OVERVIEW

BA Criminal Justice / Criminal Justice (Policing) 鈥� the only one of its kind in Scotland 鈥� will help you develop expertise in criminology and criminal justice, social science, research methods, law and policy so that you鈥檙e ready to work in related areas in policing, prisons and the third sector.After Year 2, you鈥檒l have the option to continue to study criminal justice or to specialise in policing through our policing specialism options.We work closely with experts and practitioners in criminal justice to provide a firm understanding of criminology and criminal justice in Scotland, the UK, Europe and internationally. Our exciting degree includes topics such as: prisons and policing, forensics, terrorism, youth justice, victimology and exploring the journeys of those who come into contact with the justice system.


PRACTICAL FOCUS

Guest speakers form part of this degree to further deepen your understanding of the subject. We run an annual Criminal Justice Employment Information Day which has in the past been attended by the Scottish Prison Service, Police Scotland, SACRO, Victim Support and Turning Point Scotland amongst other relevant organisations and institutions.


CAREER PROSPECTS


Jobs

The BA Criminal Justice will prepare you for employment in the police and prison services, criminal courts and third sector criminal justice services in roles such as general administration and management.Graduates will also find opportunities in restorative justice and mediation, community safety, and working with offenders, victims and witnesses. As well as other major organisations linked with criminal justice in Scotland and the UK, Criminal Justice graduates have gone on to work for:// Police Scotland // The Scottish Prison Service // The Police Investigations and Review Commissioner // Sacro // Turning Point Scotland // The National Crime Agency // The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service


Further Study

Graduates from this courses may be able to undertake further study at master's and research level in areas relating to criminology.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 14,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland

  • University League Table

    128th

  • Campus address

    University of the West of Scotland, Paisley Campus, High Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 2BE, Scotland

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    106th out of 109 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    139 63%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    75th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 79%

    26th

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