This course starts in September 2025. It will take four years to complete.
Foundation degree in Criminology, Communities and Criminal Justice.
Criminology delves into crime’s social and psychological aspects, drawing on criminal justice, sociology, psychology, law, and social policy. This course covers diverse topics like honour-based violence, gangs, cybercrime, and child criminality. Year two includes industry placements in public services. Taught by experienced professionals, it features guest speakers and a ten-week work placement, ensuring relevant, real-world learning and professional development.
Course highlights:
This course is validated by The University of Hull. Read the University of Hull Collaborative Provision Guide for Students 2024/25.
There are no formal examinations and most modules are likely to be assessed via a variety of coursework methods. Coursework assessments include essays, reports, presentations, professional meetings, research and reflections and group activities as well as undertaking a Dissertation which includes a Research Proposal and Ethics submission.
No equipment needed.
Students will develop intellectual, practical and employability skills throughout the course, including (but not limited to): analytical techniques, approaches to solving problems, effective communication, subject-specific practical skills, approaches to undertaking research and business and sector awareness.
The skills developed through the course are transferable into a range of employment scenarios and students will be given support in aiding smooth progression into employment. The degree also prepares students who wish to progress onto further and higher study at MA/MSc level or PGCE qualifications in an appropriate area.
This course will cost £2,997.50 per year.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about Further Education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.
For further information please visit the Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) web page for more information.
As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.
Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants’ Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.
Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.
Visit the Student Finance page on the Government website for further details and to apply.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, Honeywell Sports Village where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates. You don’t have to be studying sport to get involved in the Sports Academy.
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