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Dive deeper into the captivating world of crime, criminals, and the criminal justice system through this stimulating program. Gain a comprehensive understanding of criminological theories, research methods, and contemporary crime issues, preparing you for a diverse range of careers within the criminal justice field.
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- Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore crime and criminal justice from diverse perspectives, drawing upon sociology, psychology, law, and history to develop a well-rounded understanding of the complex factors contributing to crime.
- Focus on Evidence-Based Practices: Learn to critically analyze data, evaluate research findings, and apply evidence-based approaches to understanding and addressing crime issues.
- Specialization Options: Tailor your studies to your specific interests by choosing from a range of optional modules in later years, focusing on areas like cybercrime, forensic psychology, or youth justice.
- Real-World Engagement: Gain valuable insights into the practical application of criminological knowledge through guest lectures from practitioners, potential internships with criminal justice agencies, and field trips to relevant settings.
Graduates develop a versatile skillset applicable to diverse criminology-related careers, including:
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- Police officer
- Probation officer
- Prison officer
- Criminologist researcher
- Policy analyst
- Victim support specialist
- Forensic psychologist
- Security professional
Admissions Requirements
High School Diploma with one of the following: 3 x AP tests with a score of 444, 3 x SAT Subject Tests with scores of 600 or above, combination of Advance Placement Tests / SAT subject Tests.
If you've studied the US High School Diploma but without any of the above qualifications, you'll need to complete an International Foundation Year to be considered for year 1 entry.
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Cardiff
United Kingdom
- 3 years
- Full Time
- On Campus Learning
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- Bachelors
- Foundation Year
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