Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Mathematics] From University of Kent

Crime and criminal justice are major social and political issues. On our Criminology degree you address questions such as: why do people commit crime? How much crime is committed? What causes crime rates to rise or fall? How can crime be effectively prevented? How should we deal with offenders?

Social Policy looks at the ways in which we as a society promote the welfare of individuals and families. You study central issues such as poverty, health, crime, education, homelessness and child protection. This includes looking at both the nature of social problems and also at the policies directed towards them by government, and at the role of voluntary and private welfare. Studying social policy, you develop the knowledge and skills to succeed in your future career,

Combining these subjects gives a thorough, yet broad understanding of the surrounding issues, concepts and theories.

Term or year abroad

Students undertaking Criminology joint degrees can apply to spend a Term or Year Abroad as part of their degree at one of our partner universities in North America, Asia or Europe. You are expected to adhere to any progression requirements in Stage 1 and Stage 2 to proceed to the Term or Year Abroad. For more information, see Go Abroad.

Independent rankings

Criminology at Kent was ranked 1st for research quality and 9th overall inÊThe Times Good University Guide 2018ÊandÊ6th for course satisfaction inÊThe Guardian University Guide 2018.

In the National Student Survey 2017, over 93% of Kent final-year students studying Law and related subjects such as Criminology, were satisfied with the overall quality of their course.

Social Policy at Kent was ranked 3rd for research quality in The Complete University Guide 2018. For graduate prospects, Social Policy at Kent was ranked 8th in The Times Good University Guide 2018.

Social Policy and Administration at Kent was ranked in the top 100 in the QS World University Rankings 2017.