Criminology with Law BSc (Hons)

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Teesside University

Program Overview

The BSc (Hons) Criminology with Law at Teesside University gives you a deep understanding of crime, justice, and the legal frameworks that shape our society. It’s an ideal choice if you’re curious about why crime happens, how the justice system responds, and how legal knowledge can influence real change.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1 – Building your foundation

Your first year introduces you to the core ideas that shape criminology and law. You’ll explore topics such as Introduction to Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Legal Skills and Method. These modules help you understand how crime is studied, how the justice system operates, and how to work confidently with legal reasoning and case analysis.

Year 2 – Expanding your knowledge

In Year 2, you dive into more focused areas, examining how crime affects communities and how the law responds. You’ll study modules like Understanding Policing, Criminological Theory, and Public Law. This year develops your analytical skills, encourages you to think critically about real social issues, and prepares you to connect theory with practice.

Year 3 – Specialising and preparing for your career

Your final year brings together everything you’ve learned and lets you tailor your studies through advanced modules. You’ll take subjects such as Crime and Justice in the 21st Century, Human Rights Law, and complete a Final Research Project in an area you care about. This year strengthens your expertise, boosts your confidence, and ensures you graduate with a strong professional profile.

Focus Areas

Criminological theory, policing and investigation, criminal justice systems, public and human rights law, research methods.

Learning Outcomes

Develop a strong understanding of crime and its causes, apply legal principles to real situations, evaluate justice policies, conduct independent research, and communicate your findings with clarity and confidence.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

Designed to reflect current criminal justice and legal practice, supporting pathways into roles across law, policing, youth justice, community safety, and regulatory services.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

Teesside University is recognised for its strong industry links and practical learning approach, helping graduates step into meaningful careers with confidence.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Teesside University, your learning goes far beyond the classroom. This degree brings criminology and law to life through real experiences, hands-on activities, and opportunities that help you understand how crime, justice, and legal systems actually work in the real world. You’ll learn from experienced practitioners, get involved in meaningful projects, and work with tools and environments that mirror professional practice — giving you the confidence to step into your career with experience already behind you.

Here’s how you’ll gain practical, applied experience throughout the course:

Inside-out style learning experiences that allow you to explore crime and justice in a deeper, more personal way through reflective discussions and real societal themes.
Opportunities to volunteer with community organisations, where you can get involved in areas like victim support, probation work, and local crime-prevention initiatives.
Regular guest sessions with police officers, legal professionals, and justice experts who share real cases, challenges, and insights from their work.
Access to mock courtroom spaces where you can practise legal reasoning, build arguments, and understand how cases unfold in a realistic setting.
A dedicated library and digital study environment that supports your research, writing, and project work with a wide range of criminology and law resources.
Group projects and collaborative tasks that strengthen your communication, teamwork, and analytical skills — all essential qualities in justice-related careers.

These experiences are woven into your learning so you graduate with more than just knowledge — you graduate with practical understanding, confidence, and a clear sense of how your skills fit into the real world.--4

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduating with a BSc (Hons) Criminology with Law from Teesside University opens the door to a wide range of meaningful careers where you can genuinely make a difference. With your blend of criminology insight and legal knowledge, you’ll be ready for roles that allow you to support communities, shape policy and work directly within the justice system. Many graduates go on to roles such as probation officer, police constable, youth justice worker or victim support advisor.

From day one, Teesside gives you the support and tools to build a strong future:

Dedicated career services offering personalised coaching, CV development, interview practice and direct access to employer opportunities through the university’s Talent Pool.
A practical, career-focused curriculum that ensures you graduate with the real-world skills and confidence employers look for in justice and legal-related fields.
Strong graduate outcomes, with many students progressing quickly into employment or postgraduate study thanks to Teesside’s emphasis on employability.
Valuable community and industry connections, giving you opportunities to engage with local justice agencies, voluntary organisations and public-sector partners.
Long-term credibility from holding a recognised UK criminology and law degree, which supports your professional growth and career mobility across multiple sectors.
Ongoing alumni support, offering continued guidance and networking even after you’ve completed your degree.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this degree, you can continue your journey with postgraduate study in areas such as criminal justice, law, forensic psychology or social policy. You may also choose to pursue specialist professional training or master’s qualifications that prepare you for leadership roles in justice services, research, legal practice or community-focused organisations.