Course overview
Build degree-level knowledge through practical, career-focused study.
Explore crime, society and legal systems through criminology, criminal justice, public international law and professional-practice research.
Course overview
This online joint degree explores the relationship between crime, society and law at UK and international levels. A digital-first, practice-driven curriculum combines criminological theory and criminal justice with legal systems, rights, crime law and public international law.
Study options
The course is delivered fully online with flexible access to teaching materials, digital learning activities and academic support. The published duration is three years or longer when studied part-time.
Professional development
Learning and assessment are designed to connect academic knowledge with current professional practice and transferable workplace skills.
Curriculum
Explore the complete Level 4, 5 and 6 module structure.
04Level 4
Level 4 · 120 credits
120 credits
Level 4
Level 4 · 120 credits
- Becoming a Criminologist20 credits
- English Legal System and Legal Skills20 credits
- Crime 120 credits
- Civil Liberties in Practice20 credits
- Working within the Criminal Justice System20 credits
- Policing Priorities20 credits
05Level 5
Level 5 · 120 credits
120 credits
Level 5
Level 5 · 120 credits
- Researching the Field20 credits
- Defending the Realm20 credits
- Youth Crime and Justice20 credits
- Crimes of the Powerful20 credits
- The Prison20 credits
- Crime 220 credits
06Level 6
Level 6 · 120 credits
120 credits
Level 6
Level 6 · 120 credits
- Victimology20 credits
- Miscarriages of Justice20 credits
- Professional Practice: A Case Study20 credits
- Public International Law20 credits
- Research Project40 credits
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Assessment can include legal and criminological case analysis, essays, reports, professional-practice tasks and a 40-credit research project.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Academic entry
- Two subjects at GCE A Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent.
- A recognised Access to Higher Education programme or an accepted equivalent may also be considered.
English language
- IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 80, or an accepted equivalent.
- Previous study in English may be accepted with suitable evidence of the medium of instruction.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
Arden states that published fees relate to the intake on which the student enrols, rather than the application date.
Students who require a visa to study in the UK may be charged the fee associated with their home country.
Funding your study
This course is listed as eligible for Student Loans Company funding to help with tuition fees and other study expenses, subject to personal eligibility.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Connect criminological theory with UK and international law.
Explore justice agencies, rights, prisons, victimology and miscarriages of justice.
Complete a 40-credit joint research project.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Career directions
- Criminal justice
- Legal services
- Police and probation
- Compliance
- Policy
- Social research
- Charities and NGOs
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
Can I study this course online?
Yes. Arden currently lists a flexible online route for this degree.
Is UK-campus study available?
No UK-campus route is currently listed for this course; it is delivered online.
When can I start?
The current application options list October 2026. Exact availability should be confirmed before application.
Who awards the degree?
The degree is awarded by Arden University.