BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology (Placement Year) in Lancaster United Kingdom | Lancaster University

Explore the intersection of Criminology and Sociology while examining today's most pressing social challenges. This dynamic program is co-taught by renowned researchers from our top-ranked Law School and Sociology Department. The Criminology and Sociology degree addresses crime, deviance, victimization, and social harm while prompting critical analysis of broader societal issues. Engage with major concerns shaping our world as you study the social, cultural, political, and economic dimensions of crime and justice systems. You'll investigate the societal factors influencing criminal behavior, crime regulation policies, and community responses to unlawful acts. The program benefits from two departments with exceptional expertise in areas including youth justice, law enforcement, corrections, sex work, hate crimes, social inequalities, environmental issues, youth studies, disability rights, social welfare, and media analysis. Lancaster's Law School ranks 6th nationally for research impact (REF 2021, published 2022), with 88% of its work judged as outstanding. Our Sociology Department holds 2nd place for research outputs and 9th for research power in the UK.