Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Criminology and Sociology] From Sheffield Hallam University

Course summary

• Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start.
• Learn analytical and research skills for understanding the nature of crime, society and the factors shaping social change.
• Understand the real-life applications of theory to experience and behaviour in the social world.
• Develop personal and transferable skills for enhancing employability and graduate attributes.

This joint degree brings together two related subjects, examining criminological and sociological explanations and asking how they can be applied to the real world. You're introduced to new developments in the field and are encouraged to tailor your studies to reflect your own specialist interests.

Future careers

This Criminology and Sociology with Foundation Year (Honours) programme from Sheffield Hallam University prepares you for a career in:

• the police service
• the probation service
• the prison service
• youth work
• victim support work
• citizens advice work
• community liaison work
• civil service and local government