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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Criminology and Public Services
University Centre Weston
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Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: CAPS
Here's what University Centre Weston says about its Criminology and Public Services course.
This three year degree offers a fascinating insight for those with an interest in sociology, crime and criminal justice; and are wishing to pursue a career in the public service sector. You will study the principles of sociological, criminological and the legal concepts, approaches and methodologies, gaining a critical understanding of crime, criminal justice, and their relationship with the law.
This degree will help you to develop a critical understanding of social science research methodologies and ethics; applying them to the social environment. This is a new and exciting, multifaceted programme that will give you a fascinating insight into the world of criminology, criminal justice, sociology and government policy within the context of the public sector.
This degree is aimed at those wishing to pursue careers in a wide range of roles in the public sector and public services. During your studies you will identify the motivations for crime, sociological impacts and causes of crime, societal controls as well as aspects of the legal system and, how policy is implemented to tackle issues within society. Embedded within this course are professional developmental skills that will give you the opportunity to reflect and develop the key employability knowledge, behaviours and skills that are required to have a successful career.
Source: University Centre Weston
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Professional and Management
Location
Main Site | Weston-super-Mare
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Public services
• Criminology
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,250 per year |
| Scotland | £9,250 per year |
| Wales | £9,250 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,250 per year |
| EU | £13,900 per year |
| International | £13,900 per year |
The modules you will study
Year 1
Introduction to Criminology (30 credits) Introduction to the English Legal System (30 credits) Understanding Sociology (30 credits) Government and the Public Sector (30 credits) Year 2
The Criminal Justice System (30 credits) Society conflict and cohesion (30 credits) Policy, organisation, and the Public Sector (15 credits) Work based learning (30 credits) Research Methods (15 credits) Year 3
Dissertation (30 credits) Contemporary Issues (30 credits) Government and International Relations (30 credits) Leadership in the Public Sector (30 credits)
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