Undergraduate Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology courses

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    Take a look at the social challenges modern societies face

    Consider how you would change things for the better on one of our BA Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology degrees, where you will examine and explore problems such as crime, poverty and poor health.

Why study at the University of Birmingham?

Our inspiring programmes will build your academic knowledge alongside invaluable transferable skills. You can combine subject areas in different combinations with other disciplines to focus on what matters most to you. And the options and possibilities go far beyond your time with us as you look to the future. From the civil service to local government and social enterprises to marketing, charity and youth work – our graduates go on to rewarding careers in many sectors and fields. 

  • Criminology BA with year abroad

    Criminology with Year Abroad BA at the University of Birmingham is about understanding the social implications of crime – and its impact on local and global communities.

    • Course type: Integrated year abroad
    • UCAS code: M902
  • Policy, Politics and Economics BA

    Apply today for our PPE course, studying Policy, Politics and Economics. Explore a wide range of social, political and economic questions throughout this PPE course.

    • UCAS code: L990
  • Social Policy and Criminology BA

    Apply for our Social Policy and Criminology degree at the University of Birmingham and explore issues at the heart of many political debates. Read more on our Social Policy and Criminology degree, and apply today.

    • UCAS code: L673
  • Social Policy and Criminology BA with Year Abroad

    The Social Policy and Criminology with Year Abroad degree (BA) at the University of Birmingham offers an exciting opportunity to combine subjects that offer complementary insights into a range of social issues.

    • Course type: Joint Honours, Integrated year abroad
    • UCAS code: L67A
  • Social Policy and Sociology BA with Year Abroad

    The BA Social Policy and Sociology with Year Abroad degree at the University of Birmingham will provide you with a grounding in two disciplines and an opportunity to explore the social changes reshaping the world today.

    • Course type: Integrated year abroad, Joint Honours
    • UCAS code: L34A
  • Social Policy and Sociology BA

    The BA Social Policy and Sociology joint honours degree at the University of Birmingham will provide you with an excellent opportunity to explore the social changes reshaping the world today.

    • Course type: Joint Honours
    • UCAS code: LL43
  • Sociology BA with Year Abroad

    Our Sociology with Year Abroad Degree provides students with the skills to critically engage with key issues facing society. You will be given a broad grounding in the major approaches to the discipline.

    • Course type: Integrated year abroad
    • UCAS code: L30A
  • Sociology BA

    Our Sociology degree gives students the knowledge and skills to critically engage with issues facing society. You will gain a broad grounding in the discipline, with emphasis on the cultivation of research skills.

    • UCAS code: L300
  • Sociology and Criminology BA

    The Sociology and Criminology Degree at the University of Birmingham will give you an understanding of theoretical approaches in two distinct disciplines which will provide insights into the nature of social deviance.

    • Course type: Joint Honours
    • UCAS code: LM39