📖Program Curriculum
In the first you'll cover core sociological and criminological theories social issues and the criminal justice system in England and Wales
Core modules
Foundations in Criminological Theory
Crime Law and Justice
Classical Social Theory in a Contemporary World
Introduction to Research Methods
In Year 2 you'll deepen your understanding of social theory and its application to real world problems and advocacy You'll explore crime control measures in the form of policing and punishment You will also take two additional modules based on your own area of interest
Core modules
Policing and Punishment
Social Justice and Social Movements
Optional modules
Diversity and Discrimination in the Criminal Justice System
Youth Crime
Researching Law and Society
Securing Human Rights Contemporary Themes and Issues
Slavery and Emancipation
Researching Race and Ethnicity
Crime on Screen
Globalisation Development and Social Justice
Crime Prevention and Community Safety
Culture and Harm in the Digital Age
Creative Societies and Fashion
Religion and Belief
Animals and Society
Study abroad optional
You have the option to take an additional to study abroad or to undertake a-long work placement overseas (or even a mix of both)
This course has a sandwich option which takes place between Year 2 and your Final During this sandwich you will take a placement within a relevant setting ensuring you gain essential experience to add to your CV and help you secure a graduate job
In your Final Year you will be introduced to relevant issues within the realm of globalisation terrorism and international crime You will explore the social intersections between gender race and class And also choose 2 modules from a range that suit your area of interest
Core modules
Transnational Crime
Social Issues
Optional modules
The Politics of Crime in the Black Atlantic
Crimes of the Powerful Corporations the State and Human Rights
Migration and Social Transformation
Applied Criminology Sociology Work and Volunteering
Criminology Sociology Dissertation
Risk and Crime
Special Topics in Society
Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
Criminology and the Law
Migration in a Global Context
Consumption and Cultural Practices
The Climate Emergency and the Struggle for a Sustainable Planet