This is an American degree, four years in length (see the 'structure' tab for more information). The causes of crime - and how to prevent it - are matters of continuing public, policy and media debate. This major takes a multi-disciplinary look at crime and deviance, and explores the main methods that professionals use to explain, predict and prevent crime and victimisation.

Examine the major criminological theories and explanations of criminal behaviour Gain knowledge of the criminal justice system and how it operates in different countries Debate the key topics of current interest to criminologists Learn about the techniques, data sources and analytical methods involved in criminological research Apply theory and use research data in developing policy solutions that aim to reduce crime and victimisation Future opportunities This major will equip you with the wide-ranging knowledge and skills necessary to develop a career in fields such as national and international security, business, government, the military, the criminal justice system or law.