Criminology Clearing Courses

If you’re interested in understanding crime, justice and social change, a criminology degree at Leeds Beckett can help you explore these issues in depth. Through Clearing, you can still secure a place on one of our criminology courses and take the next step towards a wide range of future career options.

By joining us through Clearing, you’ll immediately become part of our criminology community, enjoying the same teaching, facilities, and academic support as all other students.

Criminology courses available in Clearing

Our criminology courses examine crime, harm and justice from different perspectives, helping you develop critical, research and analytical skills that are relevant across criminal justice, social policy and related fields.

BA (Hons) Criminology

Criminology examines why crime happens and how societies respond to it. On this Criminology degree, you’ll explore key criminological theories and apply them to contemporary issues in crime, justice and social policy.

On this course, you’ll:

• Study core criminological theories and perspectives on crime and justice
• Explore a wide range of optional modules, including topics such as Green Criminology and Bizarre and Rare Crime
• Develop strong research, analytical and communication skills
• Gain insight into real-world practice through work experience, volunteering and practitioner-led learning
• Complete an independent research project in an area of criminology that interests you

BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology

Our Criminology with Psychology degree combines the study of crime with psychological approaches to understanding behaviour. This course is designed for students who want to explore how psychological theory helps explain offending, victimisation and responses to crime.

On this course, you’ll:

• Examine psychological theories linked to criminal and harmful behaviour
• Explore topics such as forensic psychology, mental health and offending
• Learn how psychology informs investigations, courts and criminal justice decision-making
• Build experience through placements, volunteering, and practitioner-focused modules
• Learn from experts in forensic and criminal psychology

BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology

On our Sociology and Criminology degree, you'll explore the social forces that influence crime and criminal behaviour.

On this course, you’ll:

• Explore the social conditions linked to crime, harm and justice
• Study sociological and criminological theories, including youth crime, social exclusion and media representations of crime
• Critically analyse responses to crime and social harm
• Take part in workshops, collaborative projects and observational field trips
• Complete a dissertation in an area of sociology or criminology that reflects your interests

Criminology degree entry requirements in Clearing

If you’re applying through Clearing, you’ll usually need a minimum of 72 UCAS points for our criminology courses. Check the latest requirements on the individual course pages:

• BA (Hons) Criminology
• BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology
• BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology

Why study criminology at Leeds Beckett?

• Study crime from multiple perspectives
  Choose from a criminology-focused route, or combine criminology with psychology or sociology to suit your interests and career goals.
• Develop practical, transferable skills
  Across our criminology courses, you’ll build skills in research, analysis, ethical reasoning and communication that are valued across a wide range of sectors.
• Learn from experienced, research-active staff
  You’ll be taught by academic staff involved in criminology, psychology and sociology research, with opportunities to learn from guest practitioners working in relevant fields.
• Connect theory to real-world issues
  Teaching is informed by contemporary debates and real social challenges, helping you understand how crime and justice operate in practice.
• Study in a connected city
  Leeds offers access to criminal justice, public policy and third-sector organisations, supporting learning, volunteering and employability opportunities alongside your studies.

How to apply for a criminology Clearing course

1. Register for our Clearing Priority Pass (coming soon): Our Clearing Priority Pass will be opening soon. You’ll be able to sign up to receive the latest Clearing course updates and get fast-track access to our phonelines on results day. 
2. Research available courses: Start by exploring the criminology courses we have available in Clearing and see which one sounds right for you. You can access all our courses through our Clearing website.
3. Contact us: Once you’ve got your results and know the course you’re interested in, contact our admissions team directly on 0113 812 3113. They’ll guide you through the application process and answer any questions you may have. You can also apply through our chatbot, Becky, and we’ll have live chat available on results day itself.
4. Be prepared: Make sure you have all the necessary information ready, including your personal details (such as mobile phone number), academic qualifications, and your UCAS ID number (if you have one).
5. Make us your Clearing choice on UCAS: If we’re able to make you an offer for one of our criminology Clearing courses at Leeds Beckett this will show on your UCAS Hub account. We’ll need you to accept this offer before we can confirm your place.

Already got your results?

Apply now for a criminology degree through Clearing:

• Call now: 0113 812 3113
• Or use Becky, our Clearing chatbot, available 24/7