Criminology and Social Policy (BSc (Hons))

Swansea University the United Kingdom

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The award
BSc (Hons)

How long you will study
3 years

Domestic course fees
GBP 9000 per year

How you will study
full-time

Course starts
September

International course fees
GBP 13750 per year

All study options

About Criminology and Social Policy at Swansea University

This joint honours BSc degree in Criminology and Social Policy combines two exciting and rapidly-developing subject areas that each have an enormous influence on all of our lives.

You will explore key theories and debates relating to how societies meet the needs of their citizens and the ways that social policies are shaped by the causes and effects of crime on individuals and communities.

You will examine themes and values such as social justice, equality, fairness, and citizenship, alongside specific policy focal points such as crime, health, education, housing, disability, poverty, and the family, as well as gaining an in-depth understanding of the criminal justice system.

You will develop excellent research and analytical skills and the ability to communicate your ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.

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Study options for this course

The award How you will study How long you will study Course starts Domestic course fees International course fees
The awardBSc (Hons)How you will studyFull-timeHow long you will study3 years
Course startsSeptemberDomestic course feesGBP 9000 per yearInternational course feesGBP 13750 per year

Entry requirements

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What students think about Swansea University

Farhana Jaidin, Brunei (Politics)

Swansea has a lot of tourist attractions and aside from that, the city is bustling with every entertainment you could think of, cinemas, restaurants, occasional student gatherings, you name it!

Swansea is also within easy reach from London or Cardiff Airport, three hours and an hour respectively, so it is effortless if students want to travel for a mini weekend break.

People in Swansea live in a close community so you don’t feel left out. You are so much in a part of the family as everyone else is. The student societies are very active in Swansea University and there are a lot of choices to choose from.

Abir Abdul-Rahim, Malaysia

Where are you from?
Shah Alam, Malaysia

Where did you study (which institution or school) before coming to Swansea?
Tunku Abdul Rahman College, Kuala Lumpur for A Levels.
Tunku Kurshiah College, Negeri Sembilan for high school.

Why choose Swansea University?
Low cost living and student life here is said to be good. Making it a conducive environment to study.

What course are you doing?
BSc Actuarial Science

What do you do in your free time?
I am involved with student body organisation based in London called UKEC (United Kingdom and Eire Council). It's a representative of all Malaysian Societies in the UK and Eire. Am currently the National Treasurer of it.

What has been the highlight of your time in Swansea?
Being part of the societies and organized student events for our fellow students here. It has helped me to mingle well with the other nationalities.