Course Summary
Course Category: Northern Ireland (UU & CAFRE) - Apply through UCAS
The BA (Hons) in Criminology provides a unique vantage point to study issues related to crime, justice and people’s experiences of victimisation in a society transitioning from conflict.
Criminologists are interested in how activities come to be defined as ‘criminal’, why definitions and responses to crime vary over time and place, as well as how people are affected by harmful behaviours.
The subject includes a broad range of perspectives on understanding crime and criminal behaviour, as well as examining various methods in the prevention, policing and punishment of crime.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
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Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff Points:
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UCAS Grades:
Leaving Cert entry requirements:
H3H3H3H3H3H3/H2H3H3H3H3
QQI entry requirements
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - If this is a course you are considering applying for you should check on the Colleges' website to ensure you have the latest entry requirements information.
Leaving Cert Grades and UCAS Points
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QQI / FET Links
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Victim Support Worker | Crime Analyst | Working with people in conflict with the law (e.g. offender management, rehabilitation, etc.) | Researcher | Civil Servant (e.g. Police Officer, Prison Officer, etc.) | Policy Analyst (e.g. working to shape criminal justice policy and practice) | Charity Worker (e.g. working with the families of victims and/or offenders) | Youth and Community Worker.
