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Criminology and Professional Policing at the University of Hull
Criminology Student Megan Witty with Humberside Police
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Undergraduate

Learn about the areas where crime and criminal justice collide.

You’ll examine the connection between crime, the law, and criminal justice. Our strong links with criminal justice agencies give us unique insight into the world of criminology – so everything you learn is shaped by the latest industry knowledge and techniques.

You’ll get hands-on experience in our replica crime scene, the chance to apply for a placement with Humberside Police, and develop in-demand skills on this career-focused degree.

Then graduate ready to work in this life-changing industry.

About this course

Investigate the causes of crime and how the law responds to the motivations of criminal activity.

You’ll consider the values of the criminal justice system in relation to issues such as stop and search powers, detention time limits, prosecution, and punishment. And be taught by expert staff that specialise in current criminology and criminal justice issues within one of the UK’s leading centres in this field.

We’re one of the few universities in the UK with a replica crime scene training facility on campus. So you can get to grips with collecting evidence, exploring criminal activity and see the world of forensic science brought to life.

You’ll put the theory into practice on field trips to courts, police stations and prisons, as well as policing projects and placements. All thanks to our close partnerships with local, regional and national criminal justice agencies.

You’ll have the chance to meet leading names from the from the world of law at our Annual Law Convention.

We also run a Careers in Criminal Justice fair annually, where you’ll have the chance to network with regional and national employers with options to apply for a semester-long placement with Humberside Police.

How do you stand up to injustice? Together.

Module options

Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.

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  • Becoming a Criminologist

    This is a foundational 40 credit module designed to introduce Criminology as a discipline in the 21st century and support you in an inclusive learning environment as you transition to higher education. You will learn about the practical and theoretical foundations you need to reach your potential for the years ahead. You will have the opportunity to use our Crime Scene Room to bring theory and practice together. Students are also supported in their academic and study skills, digital literacy, and teamwork to inform future studies.

    compulsory

    40 credits

  • Introduction to Law and its Study

    This module provides you with a basic introduction to law and the key skills for studying it. In particular, you'll develop your ability in academic writing, problem solving and research.

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Criminology in Late Modernity

    Examine how current criminological theory explains recent developments in crime and crime control, drawing from postmodern criminology, cultural criminology and masculinities. 

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Social Research in Practice

    The module takes an integrative approach to research ethics and design. It's a foundation for skills in understanding research and practical skills for conducting independent research.

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Criminal Law

    Develop a strong understanding of criminal law in England and Wales. You'll focus on topics like property offences, non-fatal offences against the person, defences and inchoate offences.

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Global Insecurities – Future of Humanity

    Explore current insecurities and examine how private troubles and public issues are linked. You'll develop your ability to link academic theory and findings to real-world situations like modernity, globalisation and its (broken) promise; colonial legacies and neo-colonial realities; and migration and dislocation.

    compulsory

    40 credits

  • Criminal Justice

    Discover the aims and values of our criminal justice system and assess whether they're upheld. Topics include stop and search powers, miscarriages of justice and detention time limits.

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Think You Know Policing?

    Want to truly understand policing? Then this module is for you.

    You'll explore policing theories and key functions, like crime control and order maintenance.

    You'll examine contemporary policing in England and Wales, comparing practices from other societies.

    You'll practice your skills on hands-on assessments, including crime scene simulations and real-world datasets. So you can see first-hand the practical and political challenges the police face.

    Along the way, you'll gain insights and engage with real-world issues that will set you apart in the field.

    compulsory

    20 credits

  • Getting Ready for the Dissertation

    This module prepares you for your final year and your dissertation research project. You will have the opportunity to engage with agencies and the challenges they are facing. You will discover the diversity of potential research topics and methodological approaches.

    compulsory

    20 credits

Our facilities

Test out your legal skills and experience exactly what it’s like to take part in formal legal proceedings in our state-of-the-art mock courtrooms.
Mock Criminal Courtroom at the University of Hull

Our academics

We were one of the first to teach criminology degrees over 50 years ago.

We’re still at the forefront today with research leaders on issues such as violent crime, social justice and desistance, prisons and restorative justice, cybercrime, and intelligence.

Alice Rizzuti

Dr Alice Rizzuti

Lecturer

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Dr Katy Snell

Lecturer of Criminology

Entry Requirements

Fees & Funding

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Criminology Student Megan Witty with Humberside Police

Future prospects

The knowledge and skills you’ll gain on a Criminology degree at Hull are genuinely career enhancing.

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

Helping witnesses cope with the emotional impact of giving evidence in court, supporting vulnerable young people and their families, and helping offenders lead law-abiding lives after release from prison, are all jobs our graduates have gone on to do.

You could go onto roles within the police force, HM Prison Service, the Probation Service, legal professions, social work, the charity sector or the Civil Service.

Become part of the next generation of futuremakers

Like what you've seen? Then it's time to apply.

The standard way is to apply through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skills qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing us with your academic qualifications.

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Not ready to apply yet?

Visit our next Open Day, and see all that Hull has to offer for yourself. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.

You may also be interested in...

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94.9% employability (Criminology) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2021/22, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency June 2024.

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Criminology at Hull is Joint 4th in the UK for Value Added. Guardian University Rankings 2025

All modules on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.