Crime and Investigation BSc (Hons)

Course overview

This interdisciplinary programme draws upon different subject areas such as criminology, law and forensics. It looks at what crime is and where our ideas about crime and punishment come from. You explore law, the criminal justice system and how they relate to understanding offences and offenders, the forensic element considers forensic evidence and courtroom procedures.

This course uses a combination of lectures, seminars and practical sessions to give you a thorough grounding in all aspects of crime and investigation, both from a social science and a forensic science perspective. These discipline areas sometimes produce competing theories, all of which are central to the study of the investigation process.

During your second and third stages, you can choose from a range of modules that are available within the Criminology, Law and Policing Department to cement your expertise in certain areas. You have access to our superb facilities throughout your degree, and you're in good company.

Interested in studying this course?
If you are a Year 12 student living outside the North East, you can apply to our residential Summer School this July to get a taste for your subject and university life. Find out more.