BSc (Hons) in Criminology and Law, Oxford Brookes University

Oxford - UK,

36 Months

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About this course

Our Criminology and Law course is an exciting interdisciplinary degree that combines modules from both law and criminology. It aims to deepen your understanding of crime, crime control, and key legal concepts, while equipping you with skills like evaluating legal arguments and detailed problem-solving. You'll explore topics such as criminal justice, punishment, sentencing, digital crime, and criminological theories. This course offers flexibility with a wide range of modules so you can tailor your studies to your interests. Throughout, you’ll be supported by leading academics and benefit from career events and guest lectures, making it a comprehensive pathway for those looking to understand the complexities of crime and the legal system.

Why this course is highly recommended

This interdisciplinary course is ideal if you're interested in exploring criminal behavior, criminal justice policies, and the legal framework surrounding crime. It offers a rich combination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, including communication, research, and problem-solving, which are highly valued in careers related to criminal justice, law, or social sciences. The opportunity to study digital crime and engage with current issues makes it particularly relevant in today’s digital age. Plus, access to guest lectures and career events helps prepare you for future employment or postgraduate study.

Specialisation

The course provides a balanced mix of criminology and law modules, with opportunities to specialise through optional modules in areas such as forensic anthropology, border criminology, digital crime, green criminology, and more. You can also focus on research skills through dissertation projects and gain practical experience via optional work-based learning modules.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

17.68L

Living cost

Degree requirements

The course requires 104 UCAS tariff points, which can be achieved through various qualifications such as BCC at A-level, 29 IB points, or DMM BTEC. There are also contextual offers available. Applications are welcomed from UK, European, and international qualifications. English language proficiency requirements are also specified by the university.

English language test

DUOLINGO

TOEFL

PTE

IELTS

6.5

Career prospects

Graduates of this course are well-equipped for careers in criminal justice agencies, local authorities, policing, NGOs, and community support services. The skills gained—research, analysis, communication—are valued across sectors related to criminal law and social justice. The degree also provides a solid foundation for postgraduate studies in law, business, or humanities.

FAQs

What are the start dates for this course?

The course starts in September 2025 and September 2026.

What are the tuition fees for international students?

For 2025/26, international full-time students pay £16,750 in tuition fees.