The Sociology with Criminology BSc (Hons) at the University of Portsmouth invites you to explore the intricate relationship between societal structures and criminal behaviour. This degree is designed for students keen to understand the root causes of crime, the dynamics of social inequality, and the functioning of criminal justice systems. You will develop a critical sociological imagination, enabling you to analyse complex social issues from historical perspectives to contemporary challenges, such as understanding criminology, theorising social life, and examining criminal justice processes.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, offering you a comprehensive journey through sociological and criminological thought. You will engage with research design and analysis, allowing you to conduct your own sociological investigations, and choose from a wide array of optional modules covering topics like gang crime, hate crime, and victims of crime. The course culminates in a significant independent project or dissertation in your final year, preparing you for diverse career paths in research, policy, social work, or the legal profession.