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Course summary
The BA (Hons) Crime, Justice and Society degree provides specialist knowledge to the current themes and historical debates surrounding the causes of crime and managing crime in society. The degree equips students with the intellectual, critical and analytical skills needed for understanding and applying theories and concepts in Practice.
Students gain an in-depth understanding of the links between politics, poverty, inequality, mental illness, anti-social behaviour and criminal justice, and the shaping of public opinion in theses areas. The degree i taught by experts from sociological and psychological backgrounds with real-world experiences of integrated practice with service users across the lifespan.
Students are expected to be working (paid or voluntary) for at least one day per week, in welfare, criminal justice or allied professionals. Support in finding a voluntary placement is possible.
This degree is designed to support the practice of those working or wishing to work in the criminal justice system or an allied welfare role, such as: prison officer; probation service officer; youth offending/youth justice officer; youth worker; housing officer; support worker; witness support; drug and alcohol worker; education welfare officer; community development worker; and all those who come into contact with people affected by involvement with crime and all forms of social disorder.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L437
- Institution code:
- S82
- Campus name:
- University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft)
- Campus Code:
- L
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L437
- Institution code:
- S82
- Campus name:
- University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft)
- Campus Code:
- L
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
GCSE/National 4/National 5
All applicants are required to hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. Applicants who do not hold these qualifications may be considered on an individual basis based upon their overall application and the course applied for.
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Students are expected to be working (paid or voluntary) for at least one day per week.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language. |
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
International fee yet to be confirmed.
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