BSc (Hons) Criminology & Criminal Justice and Youth Justice

This Criminology degree provides a critical introduction to two significant and challenging social issues – crime and youth justice. The youth justice system in England and Wales is responsible for sentencing and working with young people under the age of 18 who have committed a criminal offence. The system also intervenes with young people whose behaviour is problematic before they enter the formal court system. This youth justice system aims to prevent youth crime. Throughout this degree, students will learn about criminal behaviour in people of all ages as well as exploring the main issues around youth crime and the youth justice system, and how society responds to young offenders.