Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Criminology and Criminal Justice course.
Our Criminology and Criminal Justice programme is for those passionate about understanding crime, its causes, and its consequences. This course will take you through a range of topics, from youth justice and serious organised crime to the impact of social factors like gender-based violence, segregation, and inequality on criminal behaviour.
Explore important areas such as public policy, social harm, and how drug policies shape society. Our interdisciplinary approach integrates sociology, law, and public policy, giving you a comprehensive perspective on criminality and justice.
You will investigate critical issues like social inclusion, substance misuse, and legal processes, gaining insights into crime and criminality. Learn about policing, the criminal justice system, and how the media reports crime. This programme prepares you to address crime and vulnerability in various contexts.
Our course also covers rehabilitation, offering a deeper understanding of how the system supports offenders in reintegrating into society. You’ll examine how race and religion influence crime and the impact of serious organised crime on communities.
By studying with us, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for employment in the field of criminology and criminal justice.
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Swansea Law School
Location
SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea | Swansea
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Policing
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| 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 | £15,600 per year |
| International | £15,600 per year |
In your first year, you will lay the foundation for understanding criminology and criminal justice. You will study the basics of criminology, exploring what crime is and how it affects society. Modules in youth justice, will help you understand the causes of youth crime and how the system handles young offenders. Key modules will introduce you to the criminal justice system, including the roles of the police, courts, and correctional institutions. Additionally, you will explore how social factors like race, gender, and class influence crime and responses to it.
Compulsory
Preparing for Employment (20 credits) Introduction to Criminology (20 credits) Young people, Gangs and Serious Offending (20 credits ) Substance Misuse and Criminality (20 credits ) Legal Process (20 credits) Study Skills (Law) (20 credits) Course Disclaimer
In your second year, you will deepen your knowledge of criminology and criminal justice. You will study policing, learning about the challenges and strategies used by law enforcement. Modules on rehabilitation and criminal justice will teach you about the various methods used to rehabilitate offenders and reduce reoffending. Modules on gender-based violence and social harm will help you understand the broader context of crime and its effects on different groups. You will also delve into public policy , examining how laws and policies are created and their impact on crime and justice.
Compulsory
Understanding Crime, Justice and Punishment (20 credits) Preparing for Criminological Research (20 credits) Police, Policing and Society (20 credits) Social Inclusion, Victimisation and Welfare (20 credits) Volunteering: The Gateway to Employment (20 credits) Rehabilitation of Offenders (20 credits ) Optional
International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits)
In your final year, you will focus on advanced topics and practical applications. You will explore crime reporting in the media, understanding how crime is portrayed and its impact on public perception. You will explore serious and organised crime, learning about the impact and strategies used to combat it. You will learn about research methods used in criminology, helping you gather and analyse data effectively. You will also have the opportunity to conduct independent research, applying the knowledge and skills you have gained throughout the course to a topic of your choice.
Compulsory
Crime and Vulnerability (20 credits) Gender, Race, Religion and Crime (20 credits) Serious, organised Crime (20 credit ) Media and Crime (20 credits ) Independent Project (40 credits)
The course will be assessed by a mixture of written coursework, project work, presentations and exams.
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The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
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Teaching on my course
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
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Learning opportunities
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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
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Assessment and feedback
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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
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Academic support
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
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Organisation and management
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
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How well organised is your course?
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Learning resources
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
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Student voice
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
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Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
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