BSc (Hons) Criminology with Law (with Foundation Year option)
Entry requirementsFor September 2022 and September 2023 entry: 104 – 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
International entry requirements:
Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2022 and September 2023 entry:
Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 61-71%. Grade depends on the course
Hong Kong HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 to 4,4,4 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course
All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 60-70%
Italian Esame di Stato with 60-70%. Grade depends on the course
Titulo de Bachillerato with 6 or 7. Grade depends on the course
If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components or equivalent.
Academic titleBSc (Hons)
Course descriptionThis course is now full for September 2021 entry. You may still apply, but your application may be held on a waiting list. If your application is on a waiting list, we will inform you if a space becomes available by the end of June. Please note: the Foundation Year option for this course will open for applications shortly for September 2021. Please register your interest and we\'ll let you know when you can apply. Why study BA (Hons) Criminology with Law at BU? Enrich your learning of criminology by studying law as a complementary subject Investigate law-breaking and the construction of legal systems, criminal law and legal evidence, along with the often-emotive issues surrounding crime, punishment and justice
Studying criminology gives you a deep understanding of crime which complements and contextualises legal study – useful for those looking to work in the criminal justice system and other related services Learn from research-active social scientists in fields including society and social formation, social anthropology, criminology, cultural diversity and social welfare Choose from either a 30-week ‘sandwich’ placement or a shorter four-week placement to provide you with important work experience Develop your own piece of research based on a topic that interests you, or aligns itself with your future career or study plans, in your final year dissertation.Foundation year: We have a foundation year option for UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.