Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons)

In today’s world, social justice is essential in truly understanding and challenging inequalities within and beyond the Criminal Justice System. With this BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology degree, you’ll see the world and the criminal justice system through a sociological lens. You’ll explore the issues that matter to you – empowering you to make meaningful change.<br/><br/>Sociology and criminology are distinct yet connected, which is why we’ve combined the insights of our BA Sociology and BA Criminology courses into one innovative, interdisciplinary degree. Moving beyond the content offered by these separate courses, the BA Sociology and Criminology degree includes bespoke modules. These modules challenge common images and explanations of crime, allowing you to interrogate justice and injustices in contemporary societies. Put simply, together we will turn the definition of justice on its head.<br/><br/>Studying with NTU, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to make you stand out and help shape future directions of policy and practice. You’ll challenge inequalities and enhance social justice within communities and organisations, allowing you to make a real difference in society – whether thats within the Criminal Justice System or in other areas such as education, the civil service or the third sector.<br/><br/>This is justice reimagined.<br/><br/>**Why study Sociology and Criminology at NTU?**<br/><br/><br/>- **We’re big on personalization and community.** You’ll study an inspiring range of modules, including those unique to the Sociology and Criminology course in an environment which is friendly and supportive.<br/><br/><br/>- **Our friendly and approachable team** has a wealth of teaching and research experience. Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will guide and refine your studies.<br/><br/><br/>- **Take on the latest issues** including gender equality, race and ethnicity, green criminology, social and criminal harms, and the impact of digital technologies in a rapidly changing world.<br/><br/><br/>- **Pair up with a partner in the local community** to work on a project and tackle a particular social challenge. Partners include organisations working in areas such as homelessness, domestic violence, human rights and asylum seeking.<br/>

If you’re looking for somewhere that’ll get you credibility, plenty of real-world experience, and the attention of employers, at Nottingham Trent University (NTU), you'll find all that and so much more.<br/><br/>They offer a huge range of undergraduate courses that have been created with careers in mind, built in collaboration with industry experts and accrediting bodies, with employer facing work experience included as standard – you’ll be sure to find a course to suit your interest and ambitions. <br/><br/>Choose to study at one of their university sites across Nottingham, and be a part of one of the UK’s top student cities with a reputation for being an affordable and friendly place to live. Or study in a vibrant capital city, at their newest campus in London, right in the creative core of one of the world’s top-ranked student cities. <br/><br/>Ranked 2nd in the UK for Student Life (University Compare 2026) and with NTU's accommodation gurantee, it's a place everyone can call home. Your first year of accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed if you are offered and accept a place through Clearing (T&Cs apply). <br/><br/>Join NTU this September and enjoy GOLD-rated teaching, long-lasting employability support and incredible extracurricular opportunities at one of the UK’s largest and most applied to universities.<br/><br/>“Studying here has allowed me to challenge my perspectives and think critically. The support from tutors is second to none, and I've grown so much as a person and as a student.”<br/>Mary Jarvis, Psychology