Criminology BSc(Hons)

Crime is a feature of social life in every community and society globally, with behaviours regarded as crime constantly changing. As such, there is a rising demand for criminal justice agencies and governments to understand crime. Our Criminology BSc(Hons) degree allows you to explore the fascinating yet complex world of crime. We’ve ranked in the top third of UK universities for Criminology in The Times Good University Guide 2026. In Yorkshire and the Humber, we’ve also ranked top 5 for Criminology and 2nd for Sociology and Social Policy in the Guardian League Tables 2026, as well as 4th for Sociology (1st for student satisfaction) in the Complete University Guide 2026. Also in the National Student Survey 2025, we’ve ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback (Sociology). Over 90% of students on this course who participated in the 2025 National Student Survey also agreed that academic support and learning resources on this course was high quality. Our Criminology BSc(Hons) course provides the opportunity for you to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for a prospective future career working with offenders, victims, criminal justice organisations, crime reduction roles, and more. You’ll also be encouraged to explore ways to explain crime, investigate crime, reduce crime, and respond to crime. This allows you to gain a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system, including the Police, the Crown Prosecution Service and His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service. Our lecturers have worked in the criminal justice system and have a wide range of research specialisms, so will use their expertise to engage and inspire you. Guest speakers, such as police officers, drug outreach workers and criminal justice staff, will visit the University to share their experiences, and you’ll have the chance to take part in debates including, for example, why people commit crime. You’ll also investigate such topics as sexual offending, cybercrime, mental health and crime, and violent crime. Expert guidance will be provided throughout the course; one of our tutors will act as your Personal Academic Tutor to ensure you are getting the most from your studies and are fully prepared for a potentially exciting career ahead.

IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5

International students: £17,600

UK students: £9,535

UK/Home: £9,535

International: £17,600

21 September 2026

28 June 2026

• University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom