Bachelor in Criminology with Psychology (BA) - DMU

Students will:

• Learn alongside a skilled team of criminologists actively involved in teaching and research, many of whom have worked within criminal justice or allied fields and have strong links with the British Society of Criminology and the British Sociological Association.
• Study a variety of topics delivered through a block-taught process that encourages active and experiential learning to engage a diverse student population.
• Develop key personal, professional and practical skills that enhance employability upon course completion.
• Gain knowledge and insight into local, national and global criminological contexts from experienced academics working at the edge of criminological research and working to promote SDG16 (for which DMU is the global hub) on Peace, Justice and Stronger Institutions.
• Participate in in-depth learning experiences through our DMU Global programme. Previous trips include the study of state crime at Auschwitz, subcultures in Chicago, and genocide education in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
• Discover their individuality within the field of Criminology by conducting a self-designed research project from beginning to end that channels their creativity and aligns with their own world views
• Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow them to really engage with their learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know their course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.

• 1-1 advice and support: students can book unlimited 1-1 appointments. Personalised 30 min appointments to discuss any matters, from career goal setting, job interview preparation, CV reviews, and more.
• Business Start-Up and Entrepreneurship Support: DMU Made’s team passion is second to none. They offer a plethora of opportunities (workshops, events, networking sessions, programmes, 1-1 appointments, and more) to support students on their entrepreneurial journeys.
• Inside Edge Mentoring helps connect students with people in industry, mentoring students as they take their first steps into the workplace.
• International Student Support: The university offers dedicated activities for international students, from employability led programmes to workshops and events to help them navigate the UK labour market, enhance their skills and strengths and feel more confident about getting their careers started in the UK.
• Career Hub: a brand-new dedicated career space with career staff members and career ambassadors, ready to support students with any questions.

Graduate career opportunities are varied, with recent graduates going on to work in sectors including:

• Policing
• Youth justice
• Community safety
• Crime prevention
• Victim Support
• Prison Service
• National Probation Service and probation partner organisations
• Substance misuse services
• Social work
• Teaching
• Policy related employment
• Academia