Criminology and Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Bangor University
About this program
Criminology and Criminal Justice and Social Policy
It is possible to study Social Policy as a joint honours degree with Criminology and Criminal Justice (50% Social Policy, 50% Criminology and Criminal Justice). This social sciences course provides a solid grounding and in-depth understanding of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Social Policy. You will examine theories and evidence relating to crime, criminals and victims, while also exploring various responses to crime and victims and the way in which the criminal justice system works. Through consideration of matters such as health, poverty, multiple deprivations and forms of discrimination you will also investigating the causes and solutions of social problems.
Social Policy is about the study of welfare in its widest sense. It studies the variety of ways in which welfare can be provided, paid for and regulated, and compares the different approaches nation states take to the welfare of their citizens and others. Criminology examines theories and evidence relating to crime, criminals and victims, while Criminal Justice studies explore the various responses to crime, and victims, from informal to formal legislative measures of social control and crime prevention, and examine the way in which the criminal justice system works - from policing through to imprisonment.
Social Policy may also be undertaken through the medium of Welsh as a joint honours course with Cymdeithaseg (Sociology): BA Cymdeithaseg a Pholisi Cymdeithasol.
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Admission requirements
For 2022 Entry
Offers are tariff based, 96 - 112 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
- A Levels (General Studies and Key Skills not accepted)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: pass required
- BTEC National/Extended Diploma and Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: MMM - DMM
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical/Extended Diploma: case by case
- NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access: pass required
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted
- T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis.
International Candidates: School leaving qualifications and college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements)
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Year 1
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Social Policy and the State
- Power, Freedom & the State
- Intro to Criminal Justice
Semester 2
Introduction to Criminology
Year 2
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Social & Political Research
- Criminological Theory
- Social Issues
Semester 2
- Crime & Justice in Mod Britain
- Poverty and Inequality
Year 3
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Dissertation
- Housing Policy
Semester 2
- Dissertation
- Power, Crime & Punishment
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
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Career paths
Graduates on the Criminology and Criminal justice and Social Policy degree have a range of career pathways they can explore. Within the criminal justice system there is work in several different areas to consider such as a police officer, prison or probation officer, working in immigration control and youth justice. With their knowledge of Social Policy graduates can enter a wide range of occupations within the policy and societal field including public housing, civil service, health service, management, local government administration, education, public relations, and the voluntary sector. Beyond this, though, graduates are appreciated by employers in practically any field of work as specialists for the general: you will have learned to think about anything in a societal perspective. You will have developed your ‘sociological imagination’, a sense for how fellow members of society are likely to see you, themselves and the social world. Many would say this is the most important skill to have in any occupation, as well as in life generally. Students can also go on to study at postgraduate level on one of our many MA courses.
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Bangor University
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Why study at Bangor University
A Top 30 university
The Complete University Guide 2022 results place Bangor amongst the UK’s top 30 universities for student satisfaction (excluding specialist institutions). This reflects the University’s focus on the overall student experience.
Wide range of courses
We offer hundreds of courses across the arts and the sciences. We pride ourselves on the quality of our teaching and our courses and lecturers have been rated in the top 5 in the UK (WhatUni 2022).
World-class teaching & research
Study at a world-class university, which is recognised for the quality of teaching and research. 85% of Bangor University's research is world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021).
Work experience and placements
We offer a variety of options to gain valuable employability skills, which include supporting you in work placements and internships that you may wish to undertake.
Guaranteed accommodation
We guarantee accommodation for first-year students who apply by the deadline and select us as their Firm Choice. Our accommodation was rated Top 3 in the UK at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2022.
Free membership of all clubs and societies
Take advantage of the Bangor Student Experience with free membership of student clubs and societies. There are over 150 different ones to choose from, so you can try something new, get involved with sports, meet new friends and get out and explore the local area.
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