Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
Subject and course type
- Law, Criminal Justice and Criminology
- Undergraduate
We are launching our Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) programme in September 2026. You can find out more about our new course and register your interest below.
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Study crime, its consequences, and how to control it
Our Criminology and Criminal Justice degree is subject to validation.
On this course you will be able to learn about the causes of crime, its impact on individuals and communities, and how society responds. You'll also be explore more about victimisation, and criminal justice policy and systems across the world.
We are launching our new Criminology and Criminal Justice undergraduate degree in September 2026. However, it is currently subject to validation. This means the course is undergoing a rigorous approval process to ensure the content is relevant, meets industry standards and fulfills student needs.
In the meantime, you can register your interest in the course to be kept up to date with the latest course news. You will also be among the first to know when the course opens for applications.
The link to our register your interest form is below.
Interested in this degree?
Our Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) course is currently subject to validation.
To keep up to date with the latest course news and find out when it goes live, you can register your interest here.
Why choose this course
Our Criminology and Criminal Justice undergraduate degree combines the study of politics, law, psychology, society and culture, so you can understand the processes of criminalisation. With a special focus on the criminal justice system, you'll have the opportunity to take part in debates about the application of justice.
Throughout your time on the course, you will develop a well-rounded knowledge of key issues within criminology and be able to apply this to real-world issues. Through a work placement or volunteering internship option you will be able to apply and practice your skills and gain valuable experience for your future career.
Plus, you'll get to meet and work with a range of criminal justice practitioners, who will help enhance your knowledge. For example, we have a comprehensive programme of guest speakers sharing their insights and experiences, from police detectives and undercover operatives to probation officers, NGO founders and criminal justice policy makers.
The special emphasis on criminal justice in this programme is particularly well suited to a future careers in advocacy, youth justice, probation, the resettlement of offenders, victim support, social research and criminal justice policy making.
Prepare for global impact
Kingston School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences offers courses in economics, sociology, law, psychology and criminology. Our degrees are underpinned by a vibrant research culture and delivered by a blend of practitioners and academics who are dedicated to equipping you with the employability skills to thrive in your career.
Course content
On our Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons), you will study a broad range of topics including the social, legal and cultural meanings of deviance and crime, the processes of criminalisation, the causes, organisation and prevention of crime, and crime in a digital age.
Example modules include:
- Crime, Law and Justice
- Exploring Crime and Deviance
- Criminal Justice: Policing, Prison and Probation
- Global Crime and Justice
- Crime, Media and Culture
- Risk and Crime in a Digital Age
- Victimisation and Harm
- Youth, Crime and Justice
Future Skills and career opportunities
Graduates from our Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) course will be well-placed for a broad range of careers, both within and beyond the criminal justice system. You could go on to undertake youth and advocacy work, social research, crime data analysis, victim support and social welfare.
Potential employers include the Prison and Probation service, the Home Office, the Ministry of Justice and local and central governments. In fact, many employers are located in London. For example, the capital is home to six police services, 14 prisons, 32 local authorities and the Crown Prosecution Service. Our Criminology graduates have also progressed to work for the College of Policing, the Police Foundation, Liberty, Amnesty International, the National Health Service (fraud) and charities, such as Appeal, Victim Support and NACRO.
From interviewing and managing cases to exploring data and crime trends, managing offenders, and supporting offenders or victims of crime, the skills you gain from this degree will set you up to undertake a variety of different roles. Plus, embedded within the Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) course and throughout the whole Kingston experience is our Future Skills programme. The Future Skills programme was developed to respond to the ever-evolving demands from modern day employment.
You will take part in an Assessment Centre Experience, providing the opportunity to experience the pathway to employment with tailored feedback:
- Develop your understanding of the jobs market, including current trends and opportunities, different recruitment processes and how to identify relevant roles
- Receive personalised feedback reports to help you to improve and progress
- Access additional webinars on top tips, employer expectations and best practice
Social Sciences Café (SSC) is a series of events within the Department of Criminology and Social Sciences. It aims to help prepare students for life after graduation. Students can take part in seminars on employability skills and postgraduate studies. There are also speaker and panel events on topical issues which engage the broader Kingston University (KU) community, and social events linked to key moments in the academic calendar.
SSC is often visited by KU graduates working in the public, private and third sector in the UK and around the world. These graduates are keen to share their career journeys and advice for students at an early stage of their career planning. Professionals also visit these events for ‘meet the employer' advice and networking sessions.
At Kingston University, we're not just keeping up with change, we're creating it
For more information on how Kingston prepares you for the future job market, visit our Future Skills page.
Fees and funding
Fees will be confirmed once the course has been validated.
Course changes and regulations
The information on this page reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. To improve your student experience and the quality of your degree, we may review and change the material information of this course. Find out more about course changes
Programme Specifications for the course are published ahead of each academic year.
Regulations governing this course can be found on our website.
