The BSc (Hons) Criminal Investigation at Canterbury Christ Church University offers you a unique opportunity to critically examine police investigations and understand how crimes are perceived and responded to. You will delve into the complexities of criminal investigation, a core component of policing, and explore how media portrayal shapes public trust and police accountability. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you seek a robust grounding in criminal investigations while developing versatile skills for a broad spectrum of careers within the criminal justice sector and beyond, preparing you for the evolving challenges faced by modern detectives.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over three years, immerses you in practical learning experiences, including investigative interviewing within a policing simulation suite and analysing potential miscarriages of justice. You will explore modules such as 'Investigative Interviewing', 'Criminal Investigation: Process and Decision Making', and 'Miscarriages of Justice', culminating in a Final Specialist Project. You will graduate from Canterbury Christ Church University with the analytical and practical skills essential for roles in law enforcement, criminal justice agencies, and related fields, ready to contribute to effective and ethical investigations.