Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons)
University of Worcester
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) and other courses in Sociology at University of Worcester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sociology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Sociology courses of University of Worcester
Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH15
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sociology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24000 | £18500 | £21000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £27500 | £14000 - £22500 | £15500 - £26500 |
All CAH15 courses of University of Worcester
Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH15
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23013 | £20757 | £24208 |
25-75 percentile range | £19989 - £26124 | £15689 - £25435 | £18599 - £30307 |
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Course Description
Overview
Criminology and Sociology offer complementary approaches in understanding crime, its causes, impact and social implications.
Studying Criminology at Worcester allows you to understand the current explanations for crime, victimisation and deviance and the impact these have on the individual.
Sociology at Worcester offers critical perspectives on contemporary society as a whole including how crime may affect its structures, rules and practices.
Key features -Develop an understanding of the legal framework and criminal justice responses to crime -Acquire knowledge and critical understanding of crime, its causes and impact on the victims and wider society -Through the lens of sociological and criminal theory, you will learn about the social causes and consequences of common human experiences and issues -Study a diverse and dynamic curriculum driven by contemporary sociological concerns -Emphasis on transferable skills, digital citizenship, graduate employability, and work-based learning opportunities -Personal and academic tutoring based as much on your career prospects as your studies -Tailor your course to your individual needs with a joint honours degree
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Why the University of Worcester?
The University of Worcester is a close-knit and high-achieving community where students are supported to succeed at every level.
The University is a truly inclusive place where every person counts as an individual. From designing imaginative facilities to providing practical support and tailored learning, we strive to help people of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve their own rich potential. We work hard to break down barriers and provide opportunities for all.
Recent University of Worcester achievements
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The University of Worcester has been ranked in the top 5 in the UK for Quality Education in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings every year since its inception in 2019. The University has also been ranked in the top 5 in the UK for Gender Equality in all years of the rankings and currently holds the number one spot (2023).
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In May 2023, the University received arguably the best Ofsted report of any teacher training provider in the 21st Century. The University’s primary and secondary programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’. The report opens: “Trainees benefit from an exceptional learning experience at the University of Worcester. This experience instils in them a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference to the lives of the children in the communities they serve.”
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Worcester rose to become the number one English university (excluding specialist institutions) for sustained employment, further study, or both, three and five years after graduation in the 2022 Government-published Longitudinal Educational Outcomes survey, having been in the top 10 in 2020 and 2021. 96% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
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Worcester is a leader in sustainability and has been awarded First Class Honours in the People and Planet Green League each and every year since 2009. In 2019, the University was named Sustainability Institution of the Year in the Green Gown Awards and was Highly Commended in the global awards at the UN.
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.
All CAH15 courses of University of Worcester
Current jobs
All courses of University of Worcester
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Sociology courses of University of Worcester
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) at University of Worcester
15% | Skilled trades occupations |
14% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
10% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
6% | Caring personal services |
6% | Business and public service associate professionals |
4% | Administrative occupations |
4% | Elementary occupations |
4% | Sports and fitness occupations |
4% | Secretarial and related occupations |
3% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sociology
All Sociology courses of University of Worcester
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation year
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of University of Worcester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Worcester in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #30
- #39
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 10 university rankings of University of Worcester
About University of Worcester
The University of Worcester (UW) is a publicly funded research university, located in Worcester, England. Dating back to 1946 as an Emergency Teacher Training College, it was only in 2005 that UW received official university status. The university’s main campus is known as St John’s and is where most of the courses take place, although those related to business, computing, marketing and management are taken on by the university’s secondary campus which is known as City Campus.
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Student composition of University of Worcester
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Worcester by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 6750
- postgraduates:
- 1230
- Total:
- 7980
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Conservation Biology and Criminology (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 84% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Sociology with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | St Mary's University, Twickenham | 60% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £16320 | 113 | Twickenham | On campus Full-time | |
Sociology and Criminology BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 64% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £19500 | 160 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology with Placement and Social Sciences Foundation Year BA (Hons) | Southampton Solent University | - | - | - | £9250 | £13020 £14000 | - | Southampton | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) | University of Chichester | 81% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £15840 | 131 | Chichester | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and English Language BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 73% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £12500 | 118 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Business and Management and Criminology BA/BSc (Hons) | Bath Spa University | 80% | 0% | 12% | £9250 | £15750 | 118 | Bath | On campus Full-time | |
Psychology with Criminology & Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) | University of South Wales | - | - | - | £9000 | £12600 | - | Pontypridd | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Politics BA/BSc (Hons) | Oxford Brookes University | 79% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £15950 | 116 | Oxford | On campus Full-time | |
Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons) | De Montfort University | 69% | 10% | 5% | £9250 | £15750 £16250 | 133 | Leicester | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023