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Criminology Pathway from The College

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Pathway Overview

Learn about crime, the criminal justice system and cutting edge themes in criminological debates from leading experts in the field.

Gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for a wide range of careers in the Criminal Justice System and related organisations.

Successful completion of this pathway will lead to the award of one of the following from Swansea University:

  • Criminology and Criminal Justice, BSc (Hons)
  • Criminology and Psychology, BSc (Hons)
  • Criminology and Social Policy, BSc (Hons)

Entry Dates and Fees

Foundation - Two Semesters
September, November, January - £14,900**
First Year - Two Semesters
September - £13,900**

Foundation - Three Semesters
November* - £14,900**

Second and Final Year (University)

September - £14,550 to £16,350**

**Fees for 2021/2022 are subject to change. See Pathway and Fees Summary for more details.

How to Apply

You can apply via our on-line form.

Before you submit your application, please make sure that: 

  • You know which course you want to study and which date you want to start.
  • You have electronic copies of your academic transcripts, which you will need to attach to your online application. Please note: the limit for all attachments is 25MB.

Please note: If you are a citizen/permanent resident of the United Kingdom and have not lived outside of the UK for at least three years, you may not be eligible to apply via The College, Swansea University. Admissions staff will review your application and get in touch to advise you.

Entry Requirements

There are both English Language and Academic Entry Requirements for Foundation and First Year study.

You can be admitted directly to First Year if your academic qualifications do not require a Foundation stage of study. For details please refer to our Admission Requirements by Country document.

If you do not meet the English Language requirement for direct entry to your chosen pathway, you can receive the required amount of English Language tuition at Swansea University to prepare you for successful entry into your chosen programme at a later date.

Please see here for more details.

Key Features

The College, Swansea University provides teaching in smaller groups, with a personalised and supportive educational philosophy that encourages students to reach their maximum academic potential.  All courses are available with a choice of start dates and durations, depending on your qualifications and English Language proficiency. 

When you study in The College, Swansea University, you are a full student of the University from the start of your course.

Modules

University Foundation

Modules

  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
  • Composition and Style
  • Principles of ICT
  • Mass Communication
  • Legal Skills
  • English Legal System
  • Contract Law
  • Constitutional Law
  • Criminal Law

First Year Degree in Criminology

Modules

120 Credits of Level 1 Swansea University modules in your chosen subject. Modules in the degree are outlined in the links provided in degree pathways below.

Plus

  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communications (ILSC) (worth 20 credits)
  • Academic Support (Tutorial Classes)

Location

All Foundation Year programmes will be taught on the Bay Campus.  First and further years are taught on the Singleton Park Campus of Swansea University.

Additional Costs

Recommended textbooks for this course are available in the University libraries, but you may choose to purchase personal copies.  All software needed for the course is available on the University network for use within University computer rooms.  Free wireless internet access is available across the whole of the University campus, including halls of residence.  Personal costs such as purchase of stationery, photocopying costs, parking fees or travel between the campuses are not included in your tuition fees.  

You will need to purchase a personal electronic calculator for statistics (approx. £10).

You may need to pay for a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at a cost of £44 (price as at November 2017) for some Independent Research projects in Year Three or for students taking the Psychology Work Placement module.

Contact Us

If you have any queries about this programme, please contact us at the-college-enquiries@swansea.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 1792 602 888.

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