Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Art History and Film] From University of Kent

At The University of Hull studying the BA Criminology (Hons) you will gain an understanding of the complex nature of crime, its causes and the solutions applied within the criminal justice system. This, along with our careers support, will put you in a strong position to work in the criminal justice system, the probation service or a range of non-government organisations.

• Placement module opportunity for students who want to gain career-enhancing, real-world experience with the police and criminal justice service
• Expert staff feed their own research specialisms into your programme.Ê
• We work with Hull Prison as part of the 'Learn Together' initiative, bringing prisoners and students together to learn.Ê

As well as educating some of the finest student criminologists around, the University's spent 30 years developing its links with local, regional and national criminal justice agencies. This makes our teaching more insightful, more up to date and more applicable. It also creates work experience and networking opportunities for you, our students.

Future Prospects

Demand for Criminology graduates has increased significantly in recent years and our degree equips you with the knowledge and skills that are invaluable for a career in the field of crime and criminal justice.Ê98% of full-time studentsÊon this programme find employment or progress to further study within six months of finishing their course (Higher Education Statistics Agency 2017).

Common career paths for Criminology graduates include the police, prison and probation services, the legal professions and academic or Civil Service research.ÊWe hold an annual Criminal Justice careers event to introduce you to criminal justice and related organisations, helping you make vital career connections.

Once you have started studying at Hull, we are here to guide you at any point of your studies or subsequent career. This is one of the factors that distinguishes us from other universities and the reason our Careers Service was one of the first to be accredited against the new matrix standards. Matrix is the UK mark for advice, information and guidance services.

There's a range of services to assist you in development of skills looked for by employers, including skills workshops, practice interviews and practice ability tests. We offer one-to-one advice and guidance Ð and you will have a named careers adviser for your subject.