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BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology Bachelor's degree at Roehampton University
BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology at Roehampton University is recognised as a nationally valid UK degree-awarding qualification. The university holds Silver status for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 assessment and ranks 123rd overall in the Complete University…
BSc (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
80%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
Gain insight into the global issues we face in modern society at Roehampton. Sociology is about exploring the building blocks of society. It’s the study of the connections that bind us together: families, organisations and social groups. The study of Criminology explores people’s motivations behind crimin From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Roehampton University. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Sociology graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 38% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £27,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Law, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
7.6
/ 10
Strong
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Strong79
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Excellent80
Moderate evidence Published sample: 35; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 80% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Strong70
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 70% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Foundation 1 modules
- Studying in Social Sciences
Module details
This module will support you in your transition into Higher Education by providing you with opportunities to adapt to university and university-level study and approaches. This will include reflecting on our assumptions, critical thinking and ethical writing, considering the place of AI within university study, and exploring 'social responsibility'.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a report and a poster.
Year 1 3 modules
- What is Sociology?
Module details
What makes Sociology different from other disciplines? This module serves as an introduction to the scope of sociology - exploring the origins of sociology, sociological theories, and sociological methods – as well as getting you thinking about sociology's relevance to your own lives and its relevance beyond university study.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a portfolio and group presentation.
- Theories in Criminology
Module details
How can we explain deviance and crime? This module provides you with a foundational overview of a wide range of important criminological theories and introduces the purpose of theory in criminology. You will examine both classic and contemporary criminological theories by investigating their origins, principal ideas, and their practical contemporary implications. This module also advances your core skills such as reading, writing and communication which provides a critical foundation as you prog
Assessment: You will be assessed through an online test and an essay.
- Popular Culture and Society
Module details
This module explores how popular culture reflects and shapes societal values and power dynamics. Through media such as television, music, fashion, and social media, you will explore its role in reinforcing or challenging norms and examine how it can serve as a powerful tool for social and cultural change.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a report and poster.
Year 2 4 modules
- Diversity and Justice
Module details
This module explores the complex intersections between diversity, inequalities and justice. You will examine how social and structural inequalities shape experiences and outcomes within legal and criminal justice institutions. You will delve into historical and contemporary perspectives on systemic inequalities, structural racism, the overrepresentation of ethnic minority groups in criminal justice processes.
Assessment: You will be assessed through an essay and by submitting a podcast.
- The Sociological Imagination
Module details
This module is designed to introduce the diverse range of perspectives contributing to 'the sociological imagination', giving you a taste of the different ways to approach a subject of sociological enquiry. You will think critically about so-called 'schools of thought' in sociology in building a fuller understanding of various phenomenon.
Assessment: You will be assessed through an essay and case study.
- Sociology in the City
Module details
This module examines key sociological concepts in urban settings, exploring how cities shape and are shaped by social, cultural, economic, and political forces. You will examine issues like inequality, race, class, urbanization, gentrification, and social movements through sociological theory, case studies, and real-world urban fieldwork.
Assessment: You will be assessed through an audio tour and essay.
- Adventures in Research Methods
Module details
How can we generate new knowledge and understandings in the Social Sciences? In this practical module, you will explore the theoretical, ethical, and practical dimensions of the research process and will look at a range of quantitative and qualitative methodologies for collecting and analysing social scientific data. By the end of the module, you will be competent in carrying out criminological, policing, or sociological research. You will also develop a range of transferable skills including qu
Assessment: You will be assessed through a portfolio and a poster.
Year 3 4 modules
- Research Project
Module details
In this module you will design and lead on an independent research project on a subject of your own choice, drawing on your knowledge related to your subject of study and of research methodology and ethics.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a research project and a reflection piece of work.
- International Justice
Module details
In this module, you will learn about international law, with particular focus on human rights. You will explore key international legal institutions and mechanisms involved in the protection of human and other rights. You will be exposed to notorious case studies, which will be analysed and assessed during in-class discussions.
Assessment: You will be assessed through an essay and a presentation.
- Sociology in Practice
Module details
This module will explore the relevance of sociology for addressing societal issues/problems across a range of organisations. You will consider a range of practice-relevant issues including homelessness, challenges experienced by families, and human rights violations, hearing from individuals working within relevant institutions/agencies.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a report and presentation.
- Digital LivesOptional
Module details
Digital technology is increasingly a feature of our lives; from our behaviours as consumers to our day-to-day interactions to our engagement in education. We'll explore such issues in this module, looking to ask (and answer) big questions about what this digitality means for individuals, social groups, social structures and society.
Assessment: You will be assessed through a poster and a portfolio (podcast).
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course combines the study of criminology and sociology, exploring how society is structured through families, organisations and social groups, and the motivations and systems behind criminal behaviour. You'll usually begin with foundational knowledge in criminal law, understanding offences, defences and the principles of criminal liability, alongside core sociology and public law. As you progress, you'll typically move to specialised areas such as criminal justice, human rights and family law. In your final year, you'll often undertake independent research or specialist options that deepen your understanding of crime and society's interconnections. A course like this normally integrates theoretical frameworks with contemporary examples of global social issues.
Who it's for
The course welcomes students from diverse educational backgrounds. Most accepted students (85%) held A-levels or equivalent qualifications. The most common UCAS tariff band among recent entrants was below 48 points. The university offers bursaries and scholarships; check its funding pages for eligibility details.
University & format
This is a 3-year full-time Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology, UCAS code ML93) taught in English at Roehampton University, a public university founded in 1975. The university is a recognised UK degree-awarding body, and its teaching is rated Silver by the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Published entry112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent) typical offer · English: IELTS: 5.5
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Contextual offersPublished by this provider
Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme. Eligibility and any reduced offer are applicant-specific.
PlacementPublished placement option
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent) and around 128 UCAS points. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
English languageThis course lists IELTS: 5.5 (or equivalent). See the International students section below for the full picture.
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent85% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: Less than 48 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Roehampton University's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 85% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
| No / unknown prior qualifications | 5% |
| Other | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accessible entry
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesBCCA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeML93quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code ML93). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Roehampton University whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
International£17,628 / yr
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Roehampton University →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All Roehampton University funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Law graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £27,000 | £22,000 – £31,000 | 35 |
| 3 years after | £23,500 | £17,000 – £29,500 | 115 |
| 5 years after | £29,000 | £24,000 – £36,000 | 130 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 35; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
80%
in work or further study 15 months on
38%
in highly skilled work or study
70%
continue past their first year
78%
find their work meaningful
47%
say work fits their future plans
- 1Paralegal / TraineeTraining contract or pupillage route · 0–2 yrs
- 2Solicitor / BarristerQualified practitioner · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior AssociateLeading matters and clients · 5–9 yrs
- 4Partner / In-house CounselPartnership or heading legal · 9+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Law nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£27,000
£23,000 – £30,000After 3 years LEO
£23,500
£19,550 – £27,600After 5 years LEO
£29,000
£24,225 – £34,200national rangethis course’s medianaxis £18,500 – £35,500
National figures for Law graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
80 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
65% working10% working and studying10% in further study38% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 35; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Law courses at the same study level.
This course £29,000Peer median £28,000Middle 50% £25,500–£31,500
54th percentile
Compared with 1,352 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Administrative occupationsSOC 2020 41 · 14% of published destinations · ASHE median £27,006
- Sales occupationsSOC 2020 71 · 10% of published destinations · ASHE median £15,975
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 210; response rate: 51%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Law graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
85%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Law courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes55%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled85%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- First-pass document review
- Standard contract drafting
- Legal research summaries
- Routine due diligence
More human than ever
- Advocacy and negotiation
- Judgement on ambiguous facts
- Client trust and ethics
- Strategy in disputes and deals
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Law graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Law firms
- Barristers' chambers
- In-house legal teams
- Government Legal Service
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Law graduates.
Law Firm Associates of all Practice Areas: Discuss your Overseas Relocation with Duke and Rawson – Australia/Asia/Middle East/Europe/Offshore/UKDuke and RawsonLaw Enforcement Success SpecialistAurorLaw Firm HR & Operations Lead - 12-Month ContractCharalle GroupLaw Firm Finance & Practice Manager, Leadership & OpsMcKinlay LawLaw Internship: Disputes & IBC – In-OfficeCanon SphereLaw Firm Front Desk & Guest Services (Oxford)Owen ReedLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
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Where graduates go
80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £27,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 7.6 out of 10: NSS 79.1% · in work or study 80% · continued 70%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Roehampton University
All students11,945
International46.5%
Aged 25+32.3%
Law across the UK
Students144,525
Aged 25+24.3%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around University of Roehampton
750 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 263Anti Social Behaviour 200Vehicle Crime 51Other Theft 50Public Order 42
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Law right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Roehampton University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £17,628 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
This course lists IELTS: 5.5. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Roehampton University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Roehampton University and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is historically accessible, accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 96 - 111 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Roehampton University. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Sociology graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 38% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £27,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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