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'No exams' criminology degrees taught by seasoned experts

If you want to really make your mark on social policy, support communities or transform our criminal justice systems, our hands-on criminology degrees are taught by seasoned criminologists and ensure you have plenty of real-world experience out in industry before you graduate.

If you are not keen on exams, great news. On our criminology degrees, there are no written exams, you will be assessed solely through coursework, building on your knowledge through simulations, workshops and guest lectures from experts in the field.

University College Birmingham, in the UK's buzzing second city, is not only a centre of excellence for higher education, but a close-knit community where every student receives tailored support.

We were regional winners for student support at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024, as voted for by students, and more than 90% of students highly rated our quality of teaching, support and commitment to their development in the 2025 National Student Survey.

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£6k Cost of Living Allowance

At University College Birmingham, we believe the cost of living shouldn’t hold you back from achieving your goals. That’s why we’re providing UK full-time undergraduate students starting in September 2026 with £6,000 each to support expenses like food, bills, and transport - completely free, with no need to pay it back.

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Explore our criminology degree courses

The beauty of studying a criminology degree at University College Birmingham is that we are highly vocational, meaning many practical elements and plenty of opportunities for real, industry experience. Discover more about our criminology courses, all taught in cutting-edge facilities, and what your studies will look like below.

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Criminology BA (Hons)

This degree challenges traditional thinking by exploring the deeper social, political and cultural forces that drive crime and justice.

Criminology with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

This degree course with foundation year provides a supportive introduction to university study. You will develop essential academic skills while beg…

Criminology with Psychology BA (Hons)

Often wonder why people think, feel and behave the way they do? If so, this degree with its contemporary curriculum and diverse application of psycholog…

Designed to change the way criminology is taught, this programme aims to connect theory to the real world. Drawing on our industry experience, we understand how graduates can have the greatest impact and help you develop the skills needed to deliver meaningful change.

Scott Banks Senior lecturer in criminology

Reasons to study with us

£300 million investment into campuses, equipment and resources
City centre location - surrounded by booming businesses, gorgeous green spaces and vibrant nightlife
Network of 1,000 employer contacts to provide valuable placements and excellent careers guidance through HIRED
Tailored support - in the 2025 National Student Survey (NSS), we scored more than 90% on questions about quality of support and student development

Community and support

Our community is diverse and inclusive, helping you forge lifelong friendships, find your people through clubs and societies and build a home away from home.

We also have award-winning support, with expert teams on hand for you to to access everything from academic writing support to help with your health and wellbeing. Our top priority is ensuring you have no barriers to study.

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