Oldham College
Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up BA (Hons)
Oldham College

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up BA (Hons) and other courses in Business and Management at Oldham College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business and Management.

Overall student satisfaction
93 /100
10 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24004 £23818 £29383
25-75 percentile range £20982 - £28114 £18679 - £30387 £21981 - £39292

Course Description

It is our aim to provide you with an interesting and challenging study programme which will enrich your learning experience and help you succeed in your chosen career.

The BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up course is designed to ensure that you cover a broad range of modules, which will equip you for employment within the criminal justice. The programme offers modules, which combine a range of theoretical and practical elements designed to provide you with the skills needed in the workplace, as well as the academic rigour appropriate to a Higher Education programme. Today, potential employers are looking for people who have not only good degree results but also wider abilities.

At the end of the course, if successful, you will achieve a BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up, awarded by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up BA (Hons) at Oldham College

20% Artistic, literary and media occupations
20% Teaching Professionals
10% Sales occupations
10% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
10% Skilled trades occupations
10% Finance Professionals
10% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations

The course is delivered using a range of contemporary methods including traditional lectures, interactive lectures, workshops, seminars, debates, virtual learning and self-directed study. The course is assessed using a range of methods; Essays, examinations, presentations, reflections and an 8,000 word dissertation.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Criminology and Criminal Justice Top Up BA (Hons)

EU £7500 year 1
England UK £7500 year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 year 1
Scotland £7500 year 1
Wales £7500 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About Oldham College

Oldham College is a Further Education institution that primarily delivers vocational courses to 16-18 year olds, located in the English town of Oldham. Among the alternative course options for school leavers, applicants can choose from a broad selection of apprenticeships and T-level courses with a guaranteed minimum of 315 work experience hours. Adult education at Oldham College is focused on giving learners a second chance in the education system, with their GCSE Resits and Access to Higher Education programmes.

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Where is this programme taught

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