The BSc (Hons) Criminology with Foundation Year at the University of Bedfordshire is your gateway to understanding the complex societal issues surrounding crime, justice, and social control. This undergraduate degree is designed for aspiring social scientists eager to explore topics such as crimes of the powerful, victimology, and offender rehabilitation, alongside critical analyses of anti-racism movements and societal controversies. You will develop a robust understanding of criminological theories and research methodologies, preparing you to critically engage with the challenges and opportunities within the criminal justice system and beyond.
This full-time, on-campus programme spans four years, including a foundational first year to build your academic skills and introduce you to core social science concepts. Throughout your studies, you will engage with modules like "Introduction to Criminology," "The Social Sciences at Work," and "Law, Society and Controversy," gaining practical insights and analytical abilities. You will develop your research and evaluation skills, culminating in a final year project, and graduate with the knowledge and confidence to pursue careers in policing, probation, policy analysis, or further academic study.