Sociology with Criminology Level 4 to Level 6

About this programme

If you are only applying for one course which is at Wirral Met, you can apply online. If you are applying for more than one course outside of Wirral Met, you must apply via UCAS. What makes society unequal? How do social characteristics such as class, race and gender affect our everyday life? Why do people commit crime? And why are certain people more likely to go through the criminal justice system? BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology, validated by the University of Chester, will offer you the opportunity to study a range of sociological and criminological topics. The course, which takes place over three years (full time), will develop your knowledge and understanding within the field of sociology and criminology. The degree is designed to explore a diverse range of topics within sociology and criminology that will interest all students who wish to explore the complexities of social life. Students will achieve factual and evidence-based knowledge, be introduced to legislative frameworks and develop research and theoretical perspectives that are relevant to the study of society and crime. Students will develop essential academic skills such as critical analysis, research skills and transferable employability skills that are desired by employers. In addition to this students on the BA Sociology with Criminology will have access to University of Chester resources and facilities such as the extensive library and online catalogues. This BA Sociology with Criminology degree is taught at our Hamilton campus in Birkenhead.