BSc (Hons) Criminology
- Part-time study available
- International students can apply
- Overseas study available
- Work placement opportunity
| Qualification | Entry requirements 2013 |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Foundation Studies (Sociology) | Overall Pass |
| UCAS tariff points | 280 points |
| GCE A level | 280 points, with a minimum of two grade Bs and one grade C in appropiate subjects. General Studies is accepted. |
| GCE A level double award | 280 points, (only taking AVCE - lower AA) |
| BTEC National Diploma | 280 points or National Cert DMM/National Dip 280 points |
| BTEC Higher National Diploma | Equivalent of 240-280 points |
| Foundation Degree | Applicants will be considered for entry into first year. |
| Scottish Highers | 280 points |
| Irish Leaving Certificate | 280 points |
| International Baccalaureate | 25 - 27 points |
Accreditation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)
We welcome applications from mature students without formal/traditional entry requirements but with relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.
Life experience is recognised as being of great value in the study of Criminology. All applicants however need good study skills and writing or research aptitude.
This degree is also offerred with a foundation year specifically designed for international students.
English Language Requirements
The English language requirement for this course is an IELTS average score of 6 or above, and for each component, 5 or above. For further information check the international entry requirements for all our courses here:
http://www.salford.ac.uk/study/international/entry-requirements
At the University of Salford we have developed a policy, a process and practices that help you to put together a claim for entry or credit by matching your current or prior learning against the specific requirements of a particular course. So if you have no formal qualifications but plenty of experience in the area you may still be considered for entry to the course.
Applicant profile
An ideal student would have:
- An interest in crime and its occurrence, especially how it is explained, and how 'criminals' are processed by the criminal justice system
- A critical mind (with a sprinkling of scepticism). This will require you to think about things in ways that look beyond the taken-for-granted assumptions
- A willingness to develop your understanding via reading and engaging with the books that leading criminologists have written.