About Criminology with Cybercrime

This course explores the intersection of criminology and the rapidly growing field of cybercrime. You will study the causes, consequences, and prevention of crime, with a particular focus on crimes committed in the digital world.

Quick Facts
Duration
3 Years (Full-time)
Extended Options
4 Years with Foundation
Placement Option
Optional Placement Year Available
Course Overview

Topics include criminal justice systems, policing strategies, cybersecurity fundamentals, and the social impact of technology on crime. You will examine issues such as hacking, online fraud, identity theft, cyberterrorism, and digital forensics, while also learning how law enforcement and security agencies tackle these threats. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, giving you experience in crime analysis, online investigation techniques, and ethical considerations in the digital space.

Modules
Foundation Year
  • Introduction to Criminology
  • Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
  • The Criminal Justice System
  • Academic and Professional Skills
Year 1
  • Crime and Society
  • Principles of Criminology
  • Introduction to Cybercrime
  • Criminal Law Basics
  • Digital Society and Technology
Year 2
  • Cybercrime Investigation
  • Policing and Crime Prevention
  • Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics
  • Criminal Behaviour and Psychology
  • Research Methods in Criminology
Year 3
  • Advanced Cybercrime Studies
  • Criminological Theory and Practice
  • Cyber Law and Ethics
  • Final Major Project or Dissertation
Careers

Graduates will be prepared for careers in law enforcement, cybersecurity, intelligence services, and criminal justice organisations. The blend of criminology and cybercrime skills makes them highly employable in both public and private sectors, addressing the growing demand for specialists in online crime prevention and investigation.

Career Routes
Cybercrime Investigator
Digital Forensics Analyst
Intelligence Officer
Police Officer or Detective
Cybersecurity Analyst
Criminal Justice Policy Advisor
Additional Information

They may also pursue postgraduate study in Criminology, Cybersecurity, or Digital Forensics.

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