The BSc (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice and Youth Justice with Foundation Year at the University of South Wales is designed for aspiring professionals seeking to understand and address complex societal issues related to crime, justice, and youth offending. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about exploring the intricacies of the criminal justice system, from theoretical underpinnings to practical application. You will delve into critical areas such as sociology, psychology, and social policy, gaining a comprehensive understanding of crime causation, victimology, and the diverse challenges within youth justice.
This full-time, four-year programme, studied on campus, begins with a foundational year to equip you with essential academic and study skills, preparing you for degree-level study. Throughout your degree, you will engage with contemporary crime challenges, public protection, and the specific needs of young people in the justice system, including modules on youth crime, safeguarding, and restorative justice. You will undertake a significant dissertation in your final year, allowing for in-depth research into a topic of your choice, and will graduate with the analytical, research, and practical skills necessary for careers in policing, probation, youth work, and social policy.