BSc (Hons) — 2025 entry Criminology with Forensic Investigation

On this course you will explore the causes of criminal behaviour, the principles of the criminal justice system, and the key elements of crime scene investigation. Using our new forensic flat, you'll get hands-on experience to learn about crime scene methods and analysing how you can apply them in a controlled environment. You'll develop wide range of investigative, practical, and communication skills that are attractive to employers.

Key course information

Typical offer
ABB
Start date
September 2025
Full time
3 years
UK fees
£9,535
Overseas fees
£22,000
Subject areas
UCAS code
LF94
Campus
Stag Hill

Why choose
this course?

  • Our research-led Criminology with Forensic Investigation BSc will help you develop a critical perspective on contemporary issues relating to crime, deviance, the criminal justice system, and the processes of crime investigation. 
  • Turn theory into practice in our ‘crime scene flat’ where you’ll apply and analyse crime scene methods in a controlled and highly realistic environment.
  • You’ll develop a full range of robust social research skills highly sought after by employers and ideal for developing a career in the public sector, policy development or research, or as a launchpad for further training to work in specialist areas such as forensic investigation or counselling.      
  • Our broad range of optional modules in your second and third years gives you the flexibility to shape your degree to your interests and develop specialist knowledge in a range of topics.
  • You can choose to take one of our award-winning Professional Training placements that will prepare you for work or to study abroad at one of our partner universities, or a mix of both.  
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Statistics

7th in the UK

For Criminology by the Guardian University Guide 2025

3rd in the UK

Ranked 3rd in the UK and top 20 in the world for sociology in the ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024

Top 7 in the UK

Sociology is ranked top 7 for overall student satisfaction* in the National Student Survey 2024

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