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Lancaster University excels in Criminology and French, boasting impressive league table positions and strong graduate outcomes. These factors make our Criminology and French program an exceptional choice.
You'll learn from renowned scholars in our top-ranked Law School and Department of Languages and Cultures. The innovative first-year curriculum covers compelling subjects like drug-related crime, juvenile justice, sexual offenses, and the cultural dimensions of French.
During your second year, you'll enhance your language proficiency while examining the rich cultural, political, and historical aspects of Francophone societies. The curriculum also addresses crime measurement techniques and societal/legal approaches to environmental offenses.
Your third year involves mandatory international study, offering unparalleled opportunities to refine both linguistic and criminological expertise abroad through academic exchange or professional placement.
The final year focuses on advanced French language mastery and specialized study options, with elective modules spanning Criminal Careers and Criminal Justice Research.
Our Law School ranks 6th nationally for research impact (REF 2021), with 88% classified as outstanding. The Languages and Cultures department collaborates across disciplines including contemporary arts and holds 8th place for research impact in the UK.