Criminology and Professional Policing courses

Hull pioneered this exciting area of study more than 30 years ago and has an established reputation as one of the UK's leading criminology centres. Criminology sits in the School of Criminology, Sociology and Policing, which is part of the Faculty of Arts, Cultures and Education.

COURSES

Our strong links with local, regional and national criminal justice agencies offer fantastic openings for work experience, work placements and job opportunities.

Foundation year

Gives you the skills and knowledge for entry on to a degree if you don’t quite meet the academic entry requirements.

Study abroad

We have partnerships with universities across the globe. Depending on your course, you can study for one trimester, or a full year, in another country.

Industrial placement

Work in industry as part of your degree. Depending on your course, you can spend part of your degree on placement. See your course page for specific details.

Integrated Masters

Some courses combine undergraduate and postgraduate study. The integrated Masters year is an extra year after your standard degree.

Undergraduate

Criminology

Explore the diverse factors that cause crime with our BA Criminology degree. Apply today and study at a leading centre for criminology.
Criminology and Sociology

Through this combination of subjects, you'll explore the diverse social, cultural, economic and political factors which can cause crime.
Criminology with Forensic Science

Explore the laboratory and field techniques of the forensic scientist alongside the causes and solutions to crime on this fascinating degree.
Criminology with Law

Combining criminology with law, you'll focus on the connection between crime and criminal justice while gaining a sound understanding of the legal system.
Criminology with Psychology

Alongside gaining a thorough understanding of crime and criminal justice, you'll also explore human behaviour, performance and decision making.
Law with Criminology

Complete a qualifying law degree while also developing an understanding of aspects of criminology and criminal justice.
Professional Policing

This hands-on degree will give you the knowledge and skills to become a police officer.
Psychology with Criminology

Accredited by the British Psychological Society, this degree combines the interrelated disciplines of psychology and criminology.

Postgraduate Taught

MA in Criminal Justice and Crime Control

Explore global crime concerns and develop skills in designing, analysing and evaluating criminal justice and crime control strategies.
MA in Incarceration Studies

Explore incarceration in all its forms on a programme that combines teaching in cultural studies, film, history, sociology, criminology, visual culture, English, and creative writing.
MSc in Social Research

Become a highly sought-after researcher ready to apply your advanced knowledge and practical skills in the work place or in further research.

Postgraduate Research

Criminology research degrees

Our staff have a wide range of specialisms, from the links between alcohol and violence and the history of crime and punishment – among many others.

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When I found out about the placement with Humberside Police, I knew Hull was the place for me.

Jasmine Morley
BA (Hons), Criminology with Forensic Science

WHY STUDY AT HULL?

Since pioneering this exciting area of study over 30 years ago, we’ve built a powerful reputation that has allowed us to develop strong links with local, regional and national criminal justice agencies. This has given us a unique insight into the world of criminology and opened up doors of opportunity for our students.

You could get to go into HMP Hull to explore why and how people involved in crime stop offending. Hear first-hand about the issues that affect prisoners and gain an invaluable experience if you're considering a career in criminal justice.

Our engaged, accessible, expert staff come from a diverse range of backgrounds. Each has their own unique approach to teaching and research, meaning you'll gain experience at Hull that you wouldn't find anywhere else.

Our programmes allow you to combine criminology with sociology, psychology, law or forensic science to suit your interests and develop your own specialism. And you can get a head start on your career by using real-world facilities on campus.

Explore our replica crime scene

We have strong links with local, regional and national criminal justice agencies. Not only does this provide a unique insight into the world of criminology, it also creates opportunities for you - from placements, to work experience and experience-enhancing visits.

FACILITIES

You'll have access to a purpose built Crime Scene facility, with flexible spaces providing realistic settings. There are also breakout and write-up spaces to collaborate outside of the crime scene scenario rooms.

Whatever you're studying, the library is one of the best places in the country to get your work done. With over a million books, and state-of-the-art technology throughout, there's a good reason that this is one of the most visited places on campus.

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CAREERS

Through placements, work experience and a diverse course of study and research, you’ll gather the key skills that are in demand across a wide range of careers.

You'll have the opportunity for a placement with Humberside Police over a semester – working with areas like CSI, the Special Branch Ports Unit, community policing, cyber crime and the custody suite. You’ll visit crime scenes, observe interviews and collect evidence.

From there, you career could take you to the police, the prison and probation services, the legal professions, social work, Civil Service research and non-governmental organisations such as Amnesty International and Greenpeace.

* UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Graduate Outcomes survey for the academic year 2019/20, published by HESA 2022

92.5% of Criminology students are in work or further study 15 months after graduating*

OUR RESEARCH

With over 30 years of experience, the Centre for Criminology and Criminal Justice provides world-class research that informs and responds to local, national and international needs. Areas of research range from histories of crime and punishment to surveillance, victimisation and modern day slavery.

Police Placements

Criminology students have the opportunity to take part in a work placement where you experence the nature and range of work undertaken by the police and other criminal justice agencies.

Gain real-world experience by visiting crime scenes, observing interviews and helping to collect evidence.

NOW SEE FOR YOURSELF

The best way to see if the University of Hull is right for you is to come and visit us. We hold Open Days throughout the year. Book your place now - we'd love to meet you.

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