BA Criminology and Policing (Hons)
Our BA Criminology and Policing (Hons) degree at Abertay University gives you an in-depth knowledge of modern policing. You’ll learn from both academics and real-world experiences, getting a genuine feel for real police work.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,000 per year
Location
Dundee
About the programme
Our BA Criminology and Policing (Hons) degree at Abertay University gives you an in-depth knowledge of contemporary policing and criminal justice. You’ll learn from both academics and invited speakers with real-world policing experience, getting a genuine feel for key issues related to police work.
In the first two years you concentrate on foundations of criminology and sociology. In years three and four you study the specific areas related to criminal justice and policing, such as:
- Criminal investigation and policing in practice.
- Cybercrime and policing technology.
- Drugs, addiction and society.
- Gender, crime and victimology.
- The sociology of race and ethnicity.
If you are keen to work for the police, you have the opportunity to apply to be a special constable. This experience puts you in a great position to pursue a career in the police force or to work in the police service after graduation.
Career
Our Criminology and Policing degree equips you with the skills needed for a successful and varied career. If you are interested in working for the police, you can apply to be aspecial constable. This experience puts you in a great position to pursue a career in the police force or work in the police service once you have graduated. Whatever career you choose, we help you to become a confident, knowledgeable graduate with a great set of transferable skills.
Courses Included
- Crime and Punishment
- Contemporary Social Issues
- Criminal Justice Processes
- Media & the Digital Society
- Social Research in Action: Researching Scotland
Interested? Get started today!
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