The BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology (with Foundation Year) at the University of Bedfordshire offers you a unique opportunity to explore the complex interplay between societal structures and criminal behaviour. This interdisciplinary undergraduate degree is ideal if you are driven to understand pressing issues like gangs, serious youth violence, and the politics of migration, and wish to critically examine contemporary policy debates. You will engage with traditional, contemporary, and emerging theories in both criminology and sociology, learning to apply them to real-world social problems and crime.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, providing a solid foundation before you delve into specialised topics. Throughout your degree, you will develop essential skills in research and social enquiry, learn to interpret and evaluate evidence, and synthesise information from diverse sources. You will work alongside experienced academics, gaining practical experience through modules like "Social Sciences at Work" and potentially undertaking research projects. You will graduate with a strong analytical toolkit, ready for further study or careers in criminal justice, social research, policy development, and related fields.