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Chester's Criminology program equips you for a thriving career in one of today's fastest-growing employment sectors, examining the complex connections between society, individuals, crime, justice, victimization, and human rights.
Our program bridges criminological theories with real-world justice policies and practices. Through this vibrant, interdisciplinary course, you'll examine psychological and sociological viewpoints on pressing societal issues, including social inequality, alongside national and international case studies of crime, harm, and justice systems.
Sociology serves as the 'scientific study of society', focusing on how social transformations impact people's daily experiences.
At Chester, our Sociology program provides the tools and guidance to cultivate your own 'sociological imagination'. You'll engage with pioneering research and theoretical frameworks that empower you to question conventional views on social challenges and contemporary debates.
Our diverse faculty brings extensive expertise across various specialties. Course modules reflect staff research passions, covering topics like social inequality and welfare systems, racial dynamics, gender identity, globalization, environmental sustainability, and movements for social transformation.