BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology with Sandwich Year in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne United Kingdom | Northumbria University

Our Criminology and Sociology program cultivates intellectual exploration. You'll examine the connections between crime, justice, and society while analyzing how individual behaviors relate to broader social frameworks, all through studying modern theories, policies, and practices. As an engaged global citizen, you'll employ your knowledge to form independent perspectives while constructively questioning others' views and actions. You'll appreciate your field's role in influencing society by developing evidence-based approaches to criminal justice challenges. The program offers optional work placements in settings like correctional facilities or law enforcement agencies, with instruction from faculty who are also pioneering researchers. You can explore compelling specializations across both disciplines, including criminology topics like victimology or sex work, and sociology subjects such as wellbeing or global development, providing comprehensive interdisciplinary depth.

Our alumni distinguish themselves professionally. You'll gain both theoretical knowledge and practical abilities to become a thoughtful societal contributor and attractive job candidate. We prioritize developing highly transferable skills crucial for future careers, including written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, research methodologies, and both independent and collaborative work capabilities. The program provides insight into criminal justice system operations and their challenges, offering strong preparation for related careers. Graduates possess sophisticated intellectual curiosity that enables them to investigate crime-society relationships while connecting personal behaviors to structural contexts. As proactive global citizens, they apply their expertise to form independent judgments and engage in constructive debate. Our graduates pursue diverse career paths including leadership roles in public service, law enforcement, corrections, community safety, healthcare, government, and research, while others enter business sectors like retail management, media, marketing, IT, and advertising.