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Criminology and Criminal Justice (CertHE)

Swansea
1 Years Full-time
32 UCAS points

The Criminology and Criminal Justice programme has been developed to provide students with the opportunity to explore causes, consequences and response to crime. Studies will allow students to explore many aspects of criminality, from youth crime, serious and organised crime, crime and vulnerability and the impact various social divisions can have on offending behaviour.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
  • On-campus
  • Full-time
Language:
  • English
Institution code:
T80
UCAS code:
CCJ6
Course length:
1 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
32 UCAS points

Tuition Fees 2023/24 and 24/25
Home (Full-time): £9,000 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £13,500 per year

Why choose this course?

01
This course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the legal justice system or those interested in working in the public sector or criminal justice system.
02
The course has developed strong links with local organisations to allow for relevant and professional work experience giving our graduates the best possible springboard from the academic to the working world.
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The course team operates an open door policy allowing for a friendly and open environment for students to learn and develop. There is a learning support team who run regular workshops and tutorials in basic and advanced skill development.

What you will learn

The proposed programme will attract students who are fascinated by both Criminology and Criminal Justice as it aims to help prepare students to enter the wider criminal justice professions such as probation, the prison service, and the Ministry of Justice.

Compulsory

Preparing for Employment

(20 credits)

Introduction to Criminology

(20 credits)

Young people, Gangs and Serious Offending

(20 credits )

Substance Misuse and Criminality

(20 credits )

Legal Process

(20 credits)

Study Skills

(20 credits)

Course Disclaimer

  • We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals. 

    For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.

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Staff

Our People

You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for assessments and feedback (NSS 2023) meaning the comments you get back from your work will help you learn. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as Top 10 in the UK for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Accommodation

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Swansea Accommodation

Swansea has a huge student population, and the variety of accommodation available will leave you feeling spoilt for choice. Various purpose-built student accommodation providers provide accommodation in Swansea, and the accommodation team can guide you through your options. It will offer ongoing support throughout your time as a UWTSD student.

Further information

  • 32 UCAS points

  • The course will be assessed by a mixture of written coursework, project work, presentations and exams.

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  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available please visit our Scholarships and Bursaries section.

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