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Criminology and sociology

Our criminology and sociology degree courses take a career-focused approach to your learning, giving you practical, transferable skills as well as theoretical knowledge.

Studying with us in Sussex you'll find stimulating and demanding programmes that cover both traditional and radical new perspectives on sociology and crime.

You can study degree courses in either subject or choose a joint degree. Unsure why you might prefer one or the other, or have more questions, take a look at our undergraduate degree courses or contact us.

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I did my Community Engagement module through Fight for Peace and stayed on with them afterwards – it gave me my focus and subsequent career in youth engagement. So many young people’s lives are now being enhanced as a direct result of my time spent on the module.

Wesley Ankrah, Criminology and Sociology BA(Hons)

Why study criminology and sociology degree courses?

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If you choose to study criminology and sociology you can learn why crime, social inequality and cultural are related in society. These degree courses introduce you to the theoretical foundations of criminology and criminal law, and help you understand social science research methods. 

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You will also have the opportunity to spend part of your second year in a voluntary work placement gaining valuable contacts and practical experience. You could also volunteer in your local community through our Active Student programme and put your studies into context in another country with our international exchange programme.

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Criminology and sociology degree courses help you become an insightful critical thinker able to make an impact on the world.

You'll also become part of the School of Humanities and Social Science, a socially engaged academic community that is stimulating, demanding and relevant.

What jobs can I do with a criminology and sociology degree?

There are many jobs you could enter with a criminology and sociology degree, and careers in areas such as the civil service, local government, social research, policing, housing, the welfare services, probation, crime prevention, community safety, journalism and education.

10 jobs you could do with a sociology and criminology degree

  • Advice worker
  • Child care worker
  • Community development worker
  • Counsellor
  • Detective
  • Human rights officer
  • Prison officer 
  • Probation officer
  • Social researcher
  • Social worker
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