Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Criminology] From Edge Hill University

Criminology is a dynamic, fast-moving discipline which reflects social change and criminal justice responses to it. Focusing on the police, imprisonment and the courts, you will analyse the significance of social class, gender, sexuality and race in the provision of justice and rights. You will explore the spectrum of crime, from antisocial behaviour and domestic violence to corporate crime, genocide and state crime. Visiting academics and experts will enable you to put your studies into context.

• Immerse yourself in the philosophy, politics and representations of criminalisation, victimisation, criminal justice and modes of punishment.

• Benefit from highly-committed research active staff and visiting experts who will introduce you to new concepts and ideas.

Career Prospects

You will be prepared for a career in social work, probation, youth justice, youth and community work, law and research, the police, prison service, criminal justice agencies, welfare rights, care and resettlement of offenders, civil liberties and outreach work with vulnerable groups.