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BA (Hons) Law and Criminology

Awarded by: The University of Hull
Course Code: T370 full-time/T378 part-time
UCAS code: ML13
Course Level: Level 4-6
   
Location: High Melton
Attendance: FT, PT
Hours p/w: TBC
Duration: 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Day/Times: TBC
Start Date(s): Sept
   
Cost: Click here
 

Course Description

The BA (Hons) Law and Criminology degree covers a wide range of interesting topics, which provides varied academic opportunities, within a stimulating study environment.
 
Students develop an understanding of the ways in which research has contributed to understanding of the place of law in society as well as crime and crime control.  We aim to encourage a critical understanding of the different ways in which criminality is explained, and encourage a critical appreciation of the nature of law and its relation to social order and social control.
 

Course Structure

At Level 4 students follow a course of study, which includes:
  • Civil Liberties and Human Rights
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Introduction to Criminology
  • Law and Social Change
  • Politics of Law and Order
 
At Level 5 students follow a course of study which includes:
  • Criminal Justice
  • Criminal Law
  • Criminology and the Explanation of Crime
  • Family Welfare Law
  • Research Methods in Criminology
  • Work-based Learning (optional)
 
At Level 6 students follow a course of study which includes:
 

Employment Law

  • Law and Society
  • Penology
  • Policing and Crime Prevention

 

At level 6 (year 3) a dissertation must be completed

 

Course Assessment

Students are assessed by a variety of methods, including essays, exams, projects and presentations.  A dissertation seated in key areas must be completed in Level 3.  Students electing for work-based learning will negotiate an individual learning contract, with suitable supervision.

 

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points from a combination of A Levels, AS Levels, Vocational A Levels and Key Skills
2 A Levels Vocational A Level: At grade C in a 12 unit award or a combination of a 6 unit award with other qualifications would normally be expected
Access: Successful completion of the Access Certificate - 60 credits in total, 45 of which must be at level 3.
 
We also welcome applications from people who do not meet the standard entry criteria, but we would expect to see evidence of continuing academic and/or professional development.
 
We also offer Access to Higher Education courses which are ideally suited to anyone who needs preparation to study at degree level.  Click here for more information.

 

Progression Routes

This pathway provides useful knowledge and skills to equip you to move into a career in a variety of directly relevant fields including para-legal work, legal advice, equal opportunities, probation, police, prisons, voluntary organisations, community safety projects, private agencies concerned with criminal justice provision, research work and many other ancillary occupations including social work and teaching.
 
 There are also opportunities in all types of employment where some legal knowledge is perceived as an advantage such as the public sector and the business and service industries. Students may go on to obtain further professional qualifications.
 

Fees

All fees are per academic year and are the standard charges which may be subject to changes without notice.  Standard fees apply to students who have been resident in the UK/EU for at least 3 years.  Please note some courses may have additional costs for materials, exams and registration fees in addition to standard course fees.
 
  • International students please contact the International Office on Tel: +44(0) 1302 553 592 or email international@don.ac.uk

 

How to Apply/Further Information

 

Full-Time

TO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE ON A FULL-TIME BASIS PLEASE CONTACT UCAS ON 0870 1122211 OR AT http://www.ucas.com/ FOR AN APPLICATION PACK
 

Part-Time

Tel: 0800 358 7474
 

Disclaimer: All courses are run subject to numbers, and every effort is made to ensure the information on this leaflet is correct. Doncaster College reserves the right to amend the contents as deemed necessary. 



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