BA (Hons) Criminology (with Placement) in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University

Examine the root causes of criminal behavior, assess the impact of punitive measures, and analyze media portrayals of crime and victimization.

This process will encourage you to reconsider your preconceptions. You'll gain expertise in analyzing conflicting evidence, honing critical analysis skills, and constructing well-reasoned arguments by studying approaches from sociology, psychology, political theory, and legal studies.

Our BA (Hons) Criminology program emphasizes practical learning. Through case studies, cutting-edge research, and interactive workshops – along with potential visits to judicial settings, correctional facilities, and historical sites like Auschwitz – you'll gain firsthand insights.

At ARU, you'll join a close-knit academic community. During your criminology studies, you'll receive personalized guidance through one-on-one tutoring and have access to dedicated social media groups for criminology students.

We'll collaboratively investigate contemporary crime issues, examining their origins, societal responses, and media depictions. Topics include gender-based violence, white-collar crime, situational offenses, international war crimes, institutional corruption, and urban subcultures.

Career preparation begins immediately: you'll develop professional materials, attend networking events, participate in our annual criminology symposium, and learn from influential figures in criminal justice policy and academic research.

Our strong connections with regional and national institutions, including multiple police departments, provide valuable work experience opportunities and inform your final-year research. You might also pursue volunteer work with organizations like Romsey Mill, a community initiative focused on addressing inequality and fostering inclusion for youth and families.