Course Overview

The BA Criminology at Durham University examines crime, criminal behaviour, policing, punishment, victimisation, criminal justice policy, and social responses to offending. Students study criminological theory, criminal law, sociology, psychology, policing, penology, and research methods while analysing contemporary crime issues using evidence-based approaches.

The programme develops analytical, research, and communication skills through policy evaluation and empirical investigation. Graduates are prepared for careers in criminal justice agencies, policing, probation, corrections, community safety, policy development, research, and postgraduate study.