Criminology and Policing


We offer a range of programmes in the Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies disciplines.

Our Professional Policing course is catered to those who are interested in entering the police force, but also those who are preparing for a non-operational role or even considering positions in the military or secret services. We welcome all who are keen to enter the policing profession.

The degree in Criminal and Corporate Investigation is designed for those who are keen to explore their interests in investigation. Our course will allow you to cultivate industry-standard skills and gain invaluable experience, equipping you to conduct professional investigations at the highest standards across commercial, public, or criminal justice settings.

Both of our Criminal Justice degrees are available for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, which would allow professionals with relevant experience the chance to fast-track their degree.

Our two undergraduate Criminology degrees draw on a variety of disciplines and practices.

The Criminology degree caters to those intrigued by crime and the criminal justice system. This course will delve into both theoretical frameworks and practical approaches to understanding crime.

Criminology with Psychology allows students to combine the two disciplines and offers a different approach to understanding human behaviour and crime. This course has a focus on criminal behaviour, law enforcement and crime prevention and will develop your analytical skills.

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Criminal and Corporate Investigation BA (Hons)

Our Criminal and Corporate Investigation course has been designed and developed with input from leading investigation, intelligence, security and financial specialists.

  • UG
  • BA (Hons)
  • UCAS: BA: L438BA with Foundation: L430​
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Criminal and Corporate Investigations and Intelligence MA

Our MA Criminal and Corporate Investigations and Intelligence aims to provide the skills and knowledge needed for future leaders and policymakers in investigative practice

  • PG
  • MA
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Criminology BA (Hons)

Studying Criminology with us gives you a distinctive approach to learning, drawing on the disciplines of sociology, psychology, history and law.

  • UG
  • BA (Hons)
  • UCAS: BA: M930BA with Foundation: M931
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​Criminology ​PhD/PhD by Published works

If you are a graduate in Criminology or a similar discipline, our Criminology PhD programme offers an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge.

  • PG
  • PhD
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Criminology with Psychology BA (Hons)

The course is able to offer students access to excellent facilities and resources for research in social, cognitive, biological, developmental and personality psychology.

  • UG
  • BA (Hons)
  • UCAS: BA: C8M9BA with Foundation: CM89
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Professional Policing BA (Hons)

If you are interested in entering the police force, preparing for a non-operational role or considering positions in the military or security services then this may be for you

  • UG
  • BA (Hons)
  • UCAS: N478

Student Stories


Ben Clough

Criminal and Corporate Investigation BA

Holly Campbell

Professional Policing BA

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Professional Policing BA

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Criminology with Law Combined Honours