Criminology and Sociology, BSc (Hons)

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Course Overview

Our integrated BSc Criminology and Sociology degree brings together two exciting and complementary social science disciplines.

You will study the development of Sociological and Criminological perspectives and learn why these matter so much in contemporary society.

Alongside this, you will gain an in-depth knowledge of crucial social and crime-related matters, such as substance use, housing and poverty.

Throughout your studies, you will develop a range of transferable skills which are relevant to future employment, both in social science-related professions, as well as far broader.

Why Criminology and Sociology at Swansea?

Based at the School of Social Sciences, you will benefit from being part of a lively and diverse environment.

Criminology at Swansea is ranked:

  • 3rd in the UK for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2025)
  • Top 25 in the UK Overall (Guardian University Guide 2025)

Sociology at Swansea is ranked:

  • Top 20 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2025)

Your Criminology and Sociology Experience

Our flexible degree structure with a range of optional modules in your second and third years gives you plenty of scope to tailor your studies to your particular interests, career goals, or ambitions for postgraduate study.

We can support you with arranging work placement opportunities in a wide range of settings, both in the UK and abroad.

Criminology and Sociology Employment Opportunities

Studying a BSc in Criminology and Sociology at Swansea University can lead to a range of careers. Our graduates go on to a wide variety of occupations, which include working in:

  • Community development
  • Roles in the criminal justice system, including the police, victim support, and prison and probation services
  • Teaching
  • Youth work
  • Education
  • Research

Modules

Your early studies will introduce you to the key principles of criminal justice, individuals and society, social science research, law and human rights.

Later options allow you to focus on a range of topics including offender rehabilitation, citizenship and surveillance, terrorism, and the criminalisation of sex.

 

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