Key information
UCAS code:
L317
Typical offer:
48-56 points to include 1 A level, or equivalent, in a relevant subject.
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Overview
Shape the future of justice with a Foundation Degree in Criminology.
Explore crime, law, and social issues from fresh perspectives while developing essential skills in critical thinking, research, and analysis. You'll investigate the causes and consequences of crime, understand justice system policies, and gain real-world insights into crime prevention and rehabilitation.
With opportunities to progress to a top-up degree or step straight into careers in law enforcement, social services, or community safety, this course is your gateway to making a meaningful impact.
Graduate ready to influence change and build a career in the dynamic world of criminology.
You can study this course full-time at our partner college, City of Portsmouth College
While studying at our partner colleges, you can access our student support services and community including study support, the Students' Union and our library's online resources.
Contact information
Contact AdmissionsThis is a new course and we're finalising the detailed information for this page.
Entry requirements
FdSc Criminology
Typical offers
- A levels - DEE-EEE
- 48-56 points to include 1 A level, or equivalent, in a relevant subject. (calculate your UCAS points)
- T-levels – Pass (D or E in the core) - Merit
- BTECs (QCF) - MM-MP
- International Baccalaureate - 25 (From the IB Diploma, to include 1 Higher Level in a relevant subject.)
You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept.
English language requirements
- English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 5.5 with no component score below 5.5.
See alternative English language qualifications
We also accept other standard English tests and qualifications, as long as they meet the minimum requirements of your course.
If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.
We look at more than just your grades
While we consider your grades when making an offer, we also carefully look at your circumstances and other factors to assess your potential. These include whether you live and work in the region and your personal and family circumstances which we assess using established data.
Modules
Each module on this course is worth a certain number of credits.
In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. For example, six modules worth 20 credits each.
What you'll study
Core modules
- Academic Skills for Criminologists - 20 credits
- Crime and Society - 20 credits
- Criminal Justice - 20 credits
- Foundations of Criminological Research - 20 credits
- Foundations of Criminological Theory - 20 credits
- Psychology for Criminologists - 20 credits
Core modules
- Crimes of the Powerful - 20 credits
- Criminological Research for Change - 20 credits
- Evolutions in Criminological Theory - 20 credits
- Policing and Society - 20 credits
- Punishment and Penal Policy - 20 credits
- Victims and Victimology - 20 credits
Changes to course content
We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies.
Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry.
Course costs and funding
Tuition Fees
- UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £6,355 a year (may be subject to annual increase)
- EU students – £6,355 a year, including our Transition Scholarship (may be subject to annual increase)
- International students – £17,200 a year (subject to annual increase)
Apply
Ready to apply?
To start this course in 2025 at City of Portsmouth College, apply through UCAS. You'll need:
- the UCAS course code – L317
- our institution code – P80
If you'd prefer to apply directly, use our online application form to study at City of Portsmouth College.
You can also sign up to an Open Day to:
- Tour our campus, facilities and halls of residence
- Speak with lecturers and chat with our students
- Get information about where to live, how to fund your studies and which clubs and societies to join
If you're new to the application process, read our guide on applying for an undergraduate course.
Admissions terms and conditions
When you accept an offer to study at the University of Portsmouth, you also agree to abide by our Student Contract (which includes the University's relevant policies, rules and regulations). You should read and consider these before you apply.
Finalising this course
All our courses go through a rigorous approval process to make sure they’re of the highest quality. This includes a review by a panel of experts, made up of academic staff and an external academic or professional with specialist knowledge.
This course is in the final stages of this process and is open for applications. If any details of the course or its approval status change after you apply, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and will be here to discuss your options with you.