BSc (Hons) Criminology (Placement Year)

Our BSc (Hons) Criminology degree at Aston University explores crime, justice and social inequality, emphasising critical analysis, employability and digital skills for addressing contemporary societal issues.. Studying BSc (Hons) Criminology at Aston University will develop your understanding of crime and the criminal justice system with a focus on social inequality, harm and deviance. This critical criminology programme emphasises employability and digital skills, equipping you with the tools to analyse crime in the context of societal changes.You will explore key criminological theories, research methods and contemporary issues such as policing, punishment and victimology. Our research-active staff, experts in their fields, ensure that your learning is informed by the latest research.The integrated placement year bridges theory and practice, providing you with invaluable real-world experience in the UK or abroad. This hands-on experience enhances your skills and prepares you for a range of professional roles within the criminal justice system and beyond.

A Levels

BBC (standard offer)

BCC (with EPQ or Core Maths minimum grade B)

BCC (contextual offer)

29 points overall in the IB diploma with grades 5,5,4 in 3 higher level subjects.

You must also have Standard Level grade 4 in Mathematics and grade 5 in English Language.

We accept the QAA-recognised Access Diploma which must consist of 45 credits at Level 3.

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You must obtain a minimum of 15 credits at distinction and the rest must be at merit or distinction.

Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification and you must meet the GCSE entry requirement.

The following T Levels are accepted qualifications for this course:

Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction - grade D

Digital Production, Design and Production - grade D

Education and Childcare - grade D

Onsite Construction - grade D

Building Services Engineering for Construction - grade D

Digital Business Services - grade D

Digital Support Services - grade D

Health - grade D

Healthcare Science - grade D

Science - grade D

Accounting - grade D

Finance - grade D

Management and administration - grade D

Design and development for engineering and manufacturing - grade D

Maintenance, installation and repair for engineering and manufacturing - grade D

Legal Services - grade D

GCSE Maths \u2013 grade C/4

GCSE English Language or English Literature \u2013 grade C/4