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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Criminology course at University of Brighton.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C,C
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £17,250 per year |
| International | £17,250 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L611
Here's what University of Brighton says about its Criminology course.
Criminology examines the world of crime, exploring how it’s tied to social issues, the media, prisons and the courts.
As a criminology student, you will challenge what people think about crime and justice, and learn to understand offenders while acknowledging the impact on victims and communities.
You will also have the chance to do a voluntary work placement in the local community, gaining hands-on experience and making connections that can jumpstart your career.
This course is perfect if you are curious about the real-world impacts of crime and want to make a difference in society.
TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE
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Policing and the prison system and the social construction of crime and (in)justice from a global perspective are some of the fascinating subjects the course covers.
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Learning is a varied mix of lectures, seminars, workshops, group work, and independent learning activities and research.
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Varied assessment methods - in the first year, assessment is split between essays and exams; the second and final year consist mainly of coursework.
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Join a vibrant community – the programme area sits within the School of Humanities and Social Science, all based in one building.
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Expert teaching team with varied expertise and who are published and esteemed in their research areas.
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Opportunity to take a placement to give you hands-on experience and help you stand out to potential employers
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Option modules enable you to tailor your degree to suit your personal career goals
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Guest speakers will add to your learning and provide networking opportunities.
Source: University of Brighton
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Humanities and Social Science
Location
Brighton | Brighton
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Criminology
Start date
28 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Year 1 Introduction to Researching Social and Cultural Life Criminal Justice Matters Imagining Crime and Criminals Theories of Crime Criminology in Action Crime, Justice and Inequalities
Year 2 Social and Cultural Life Research Practice Critical Perspectives on Justice Punishment, Power and the State Researching Social and Cultural Life
Options* Debates and Conflicts in Criminology Cross-Cultural Criminology Community Engagement: Theory into Practice Policing and Society
Optional Placement Year
Final year Dissertation Contemporary Studies in Crime and Justice Violence and Society
Options* Criminology of Borders Global Issues: Crime, Power and Harm Critical Addiction Studies
*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
University of Brighton reviews
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2nd year student
They have a big presence at the uni and i regularly use their facilities, which are a more affordable option.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Brighton has a great uni life and is full of day and night time activities for students. There is a big culture of community and many venues do regular student deals. The only downside is most of these activities cost money, so they are not that accessible to students who struggle for money.
1 year ago
2nd year student
The costs of accommodation are quite high - the closest and most affordable accommodation is just within price range, but a lot of the other accommodation is very fancy and new, thus it is very expensive. Rent in student homes is also very high in the city, and I have had to use financial support to...
1 year ago
2nd year student
The tutors are always available for academic support and the student support team have been getting more involved recently to alert the students of how they can access welfare services. I have personally used the welfare services to help me afford rent.
1 year ago
2nd year student
We donu2019t have the best or fanciest facilities, again the arts uni seems a bit under funded, but we do have everything that we need on site - an art shop, a cafe, a restaurant, and a library all within accessible distance.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Our timetable and work load is fairly balanced so we are not constantly struggling to keep up. The tutors all provide a range of perspectives and very helpful feedback and are always available. The course structure doesnu2019t suit me very well - we are more focused on learning as we go instead of b...
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
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 University of Brighton students who took the Criminology course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
95%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
77%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
82%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
91%
high
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?
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
88%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
76%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
84%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
87%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
72%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
74%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
87%
med
Academic support
87%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
70%
low
Organisation and management
70%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
71%
low
How well organised is your course?
69%
low
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
87%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
91%
high
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
66%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
90%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
78%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
87%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Brighton. These students are taking Criminology or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Psychology | D | |||||
| Sociology | C | |||||
| English Literature | C | |||||
| History | C | |||||
| Law | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Brighton graduates who took Criminology - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
40%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
84%
In work, study or other activity
60%
Say it fits with future plans
45%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
9%
Elementary occupations
9%
Protective service occupations
9%
Sales occupations
7%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Brighton graduates who took Criminology - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.8k
First year after graduation
£25.6k
Third year after graduation
£29.9k
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.
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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