School of Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy
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Choose Leicester and join a thriving and internationally renowned community who are helping to shape healthy, resilient and safer futures.
Our cutting-edge research in criminology, sociology and social policy powers our teaching and research degrees. We offer you the opportunity to explore the complex issues that affect our world, from social change and justice to inequality and identity.
We provide an inspirational and friendly atmosphere in which to study. You will be encouraged to develop your own ideas and contribute to debates that are constantly being renewed and revisited as our society changes.
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate
- Research degrees
Undergraduate
Our undergraduate courses in criminology provide a complete study of crime, deviance and justice helping you to develop your knowledge and understanding of core criminological issues.
Our undergraduate courses in sociology provide a thorough and exciting grounding in social change, identity, inequality and belonging, helping you develop your sociological imagination.
Flexibility underpins our degrees, which means you will get to shape the content of your degree to suit your own interests. Whichever direction you choose, you will be taught by enthusiastic researchers who are keen to share their expertise with you.
Postgraduate
Research degrees
The School has world class academic staff who genuinely care about the success of their students and will go above and beyond to provide quality teaching and guidance for the entirety of the degree process.
In lectures and seminars we are encouraged to share our views and opinions. Being able to shape our own learning is truly amazing.
My experience has been nothing short of fascinating and I have had access to opportunities that I wouldn't have had elsewhere. The vast range of modules is impressive and the support provided by staff has enabled me to succeed in my studies.