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University degree

Criminology and Public Services

Weston College of Further and Higher Education

Qualification

Degree

Length

3 yrs

UK fees / yr

£9,535

Study

full-time

Worth knowing: about 25% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.

Robin · your guide

Here's the honest picture on this course - what you'd study, whether you'd likely get in, what it pays, and where it leads. Everything's real data.

About this course

This three-year degree offers a fascinating insight for those with an interest in sociology, crime and criminal justice; and are wishing to pursue a career in the public service sector. You will study the principles of sociological, criminological and the legal concepts, approaches and methodologies, gaining a critical understanding of crime, criminal justice, and their relationship with the law.

Could you get in?

The grades students arrived with

No past-entry data for this course.

How they qualified

55% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:

A-levels55%

other higher education40%

an Access course5%

Could I get in? Try your grades

120 UCAS pts

Pay & prospects

75%

Continue past first year

90%

Student satisfaction

What graduates earn over time

£22,500

3 years on

£25,000

5 years on

What students say National Student Survey

90%

of students are satisfied with the course overall

Teaching90%

Assessment & feedback83%

Academic support87%

Well organised90%

Learning resources73%

Student community80%

In students' own words

★★★★★

Genuinely worthwhile

I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — the city is a b…

Class of 2024 · Full-time

★★★★☆

Exceeded expectations

I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, would like to see more industry guest speakers in later years. On the city — the city is a brill…

Third year · Part-time

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