BA(Hons) Criminology and Social Policy: University of Brighton

Course details

Tackling crime has been identified as one of the major priorities of recent government policy. Reducing offending, discouraging juvenile delinquency, addressing the underlying problems of crime and disorder in society and enhancing community safety have emerged as major growth areas in both local and central government. In turn, these policy initiatives have generated new employment opportunities for people interested in crime prevention, deterring anti-social behaviour, supporting victims or helping in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders.

Career and progression opportunities

The degree prepares graduates for careers in many fields including crime prevention, community safety planning and tackling youth offending, as well as social planning, research and evaluation, and housing management. Graduates are well equipped to work in voluntary agencies, private sector welfare agencies, and central and local government.

Entry requirements

• A-levels: BBC (typically translates to 280 points in the UCAS tariff). Applicants with only 2 full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.
• International Baccalaureate: 30 points.
• QAA-approved access course: acceptable.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.
• Foundation degree/HND/HNC direct to year 2.
• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing.