The Criminology BSc (Hons) (Year Abroad) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle is designed for students eager to critically examine the causes and consequences of crime, victimisation, and societal responses. You will explore complex issues such as crime myths, the criminal justice system, and contemporary criminality, guided by an experienced academic team with leading roles in professional associations like the British Society of Criminology. This undergraduate degree offers a robust foundation in criminology, preparing you to understand and address the multifaceted challenges of crime and social policy in today's world.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, including an optional year abroad and a dedicated dissertation. You will engage with core modules like Explaining Crime and Concepts, Perspectives and Theories in Criminology, alongside optional subjects ranging from Youth, Crime and Deviance to Crimes of the Powerful. Throughout your studies, you will develop practical research skills, with opportunities for real-world application through optional work experience and a substantial dissertation in your final year. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of criminological theory and research, ready for careers in criminal justice, policy, research, or further academic study.