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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Criminology

Middlesex University

(3.5)
51 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Criminology course at Middlesex University.

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UCAS Tariff

80

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at Middlesex University. These students are taking Criminology or another course from the same subject area.

Criminology
SubjectGrade
PsychologyC
SociologyC
English LiteratureD
HistoryD
BiologyE
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L370

Here's what Middlesex University says about its Criminology course.

Course Summary The Criminology BSc Honours degree at Middlesex University is an engaging and comprehensive programme that explores the causes, consequences, and societal responses to criminal behaviour. With a legacy of excellence dating back to the 1970s, Middlesex has been at the forefront of criminological teaching and research, shaping the discipline in the UK and globally. This course is perfect for those passionate about understanding and addressing crime and its impact on society.

Why Study BSc Criminology at Middlesex? Middlesex University is ranked 5th in London for overall student positivity (National Student Survey 2023), reflecting our commitment to providing an exceptional learning experience.

We were one of the first universities in the UK to establish criminology as an independent field of study, and our expertise continues to drive innovation in this area. All our lecturers are active researchers whose work directly informs their teaching, providing you with up-to-date insights into real-world challenges.

The course is designed to develop a deep understanding of how society responds to crime and equips you with the analytical, research, and critical thinking skills needed for success in the field. You’ll benefit from a practice-based approach, including field trips, visits to criminal justice organisations, and opportunities to engage with guest speakers and volunteering projects.

What Will You Gain? At the end of the course, you’ll be able to identify and explore issues related to crime, deviance, and crime control, formulating questions and lines of enquiry to address them. You will critically evaluate criminological theories and concepts, focusing on how social and legal constructions shape crime, deviance, and victimisation.

Throughout your studies, you’ll develop key transferable skills, including literacy, numeracy, digital awareness, and critical analysis, enabling you to communicate effectively in professional settings. Reflecting on your personal values, strengths, and weaknesses, and learning to give and receive constructive feedback, will also form an integral part of your learning experience.

You’ll gain expertise in gathering, analysing, and presenting arguments based on different kinds of data. Additionally, you will develop the ability to recognise social injustices, inequalities, and abuses of power, crafting evidence-based arguments to challenge these issues. The course also provides a strong foundation in conducting criminological research, preparing you for further study or professional roles in the field.

Modules For more details about this programme, please visit the course page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/criminology-bsc-honours/

Source: Middlesex University

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Law and Politics

Location

Hendon Campus | London

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Criminology

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Channel Islands£9,790 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£17,200 per year
International£17,200 per year

Middlesex University student reviews

(3.5)
Based on 51 reviews from Middlesex University's students and alumni
5 star
17%
4 star
40%
3 star
27%
2 star
12%
1 star
4%
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3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

The student union took feedback seriously and campaigned for change

(5)
Student Union

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

I was very busy working as an SLA and having another part time job on the side. They recently changed how many modules there are, some of them were merged to create one longer module and it takes a lot of time to catch-up as there’s only 6 hours of contact

(3)
University life

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

The university started a £2 meal after people complained that the food costs were too high, they have a variety of low cost places nearby and every day there’s a vegan option and a halal meat option for the £2 meal

Finance

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

There was quite a lot of support available with the SLA team but that has recently been cut. The SLA team helped answer questions and helped look over assessments and give you feedback

(4)
Support

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

They have a microbiology lab and a cancer lab with samples. You are taught about the microbiology lab in the first year and get to culture bacteria in second year to prepare you to choose what lab based dissertation you want to do

Facilities

3rd year

Biomedical sciences

5 months ago

The course has many different subject that are taught 2 at a time for each semester. They have labs and assignments throughout the semester but not as much face-to-face contact with the lecturer only 6 hours per week

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Middlesex University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Middlesex University students who took the Criminology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Sociology

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

90%

high

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

94%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

84%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

72%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

86%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

92%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

84%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

83%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

83%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

89%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

84%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

88%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

79%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

79%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

77%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

89%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

74%

med

How well organised is your course?

74%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

85%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

91%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

92%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

70%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

85%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

77%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

78%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

88%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

72%

low

Student information

See who's studying at Middlesex University. These students are taking Criminology or another course from the same subject area.

Criminology
Mode of study
Full-time91%Part-time9%
Gender ratio
Female86%Male14%
Where students come from
International11%UK89%
Student performance
2:1 or above58%
Number of students360
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Criminology course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Middlesex University graduates across each of those subject areas.

Social sciences
Sociology

Graduate statistics

55%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

88%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

67%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

14%

Welfare Professionals

11%

Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation

9%

Teaching Professionals

9%

Welfare and housing associate professionals

Graduate statistics

51%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

89%

In work, study or other activity

50%

Say it fits with future plans

55%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

17%

Welfare and housing associate professionals

11%

Protective service occupations

8%

Administrative occupations

7%

Business and public service associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Middlesex University graduates who took Criminology - or another course in the same subject area.

Sociology, social policy and anthropology

Earnings

£21.9k

First year after graduation

£25.2k

Third year after graduation

£29.7k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Criminology.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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