Criminology and Criminal Justice

About this programme

Our Criminology and Criminal Justice degree will allow you to explore a fascinating array of questions from why people commit crime and how it affects society, to historical landmarks in the justice system and high-profile cases that have shaped the legal landscape. *This course is part of a subject area ranked 1st in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland for Overall Satisfaction, Joint 1st in the UK for Academic Support, 1st out of Welsh Universities for Learning Opportunities (National Student Survey, 2026). *Part of a Sociology subject area ranked 1st in the UK for Student Satisfaction and Top 10 in the UK for Graduate Prospects in the Complete University Guide 2027. By studying a Criminology and Criminal Justice degree at Wrexham University, you'll gain access to unique benefits designed to help you succeed… out of Welsh Universities for Learning Opportunities* (National Student Survey 2026) The first year of our criminology degree provides you with an introduction to practice matters relating to working in the community justice system and understanding and engaging with offending behaviour. The range of modules explored in year one provides knowledge and understanding of the causes of crime at a societal and individual level and explores the work of the agencies that make up the criminal justice system. The second year is designed to build directly on the skills and knowledge acquired during year one. You will study criminal law and in traditional lecturers and field trips where possible e.g. to prison and court, you will learn about advanced issues in effective p