Bachelor of Arts - Sociology - Criminology

Our BA Sociology with Criminology empowers you to question the boundaries of justice, exploring how society, culture and power shape our understanding of right and wrong.

This degree is designed for you if you are eager to confront real-world challenges and make a difference. You will dive into the complexities of power, privilege, race, gender, and inequality—issues driving today’s social debates and central to our curriculum. Examine why certain behaviours are criminalised, how social justice is achieved, and the impact of education, health, and policy on everyday life.

This course brings together two of Leicester’s most respected subject areas. We have a long history as a pioneer in sociology in the UK, earning a distinguished reputation for teaching and research. Criminology at Leicester is ranked 6th in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2025) and our experts are at the forefront of national and international conversations on crime and society.