Criminology

Criminology is the dynamic study of crime in all its guises. Students will theoretically explore the crimes and harms committed by both powerless and powerful members of society.

Why study Criminology at Chester?

This unique and dynamic course offeres students a contemporary understanding and insight into the study of crime at home and abroad. It critically explores theories of crime and crime control. It looks at how crime and harm are socially constructed over time and place. It critically examines the polices and practices of criminal justice and other state agents within the context of liberal democratic priniciples and human rights.

Features:

Students are taught by academics who have undertaken research and who have published in the area of criminology and criminal justice. Presentations are given by senior practitioners working within criminal justice and allied socially related professions. Students have the opportunity to work in an area of criminal justice as part of their work-based learning module. They can also become active members of the University Criminology Society which facilitates academic and leisure pursuits for students. Academic trips to courts and to criminology presentations at other Universities in the North-west are just two examples of the events on offer. Students will also have the unique opportunity to be involved in the annual Conference Week.