BA Social Policy and Crime Career Paths
Degrees in Sociology or Social Policy are general social science qualifications that provide a firm foundation for a wide range of careers.
Sociology and Social Policy graduates leave university with very marketable skills, particularly the ability to design and conduct accurate research. Many organisations, both public and private, carry out research on a regular basis; sociology and social policy graduates are ideally suited to this type of environment. The analytical skills that students develop are relevant to occupations across a broad range of employment sectors.
For those considering a career in school teaching, we suggest that you study for a joint honours degree where the other subject forms part of the national curriculum. This will enable you to meet the admissions criteria for many postgraduate teacher training courses.
73 per cent* of students, who graduated in 2009, found employment within six months of graduation, and a further 14 per cent* had chosen to pursue further study.
*These figures relate to Home/EU students six months after graduating who were available for work or study and whose destinations were known.
Destinations of recent Social Policy graduates
- HM Prison Service, Stockton
- Newcastle City Council
- Pembrokeshire County Council
- Education, Leeds
- Consumer Credit Counselling Service, Leeds
Role types
- Graduate Trainee Prison Officer
- Homelessness Prevention Officer
- Graduate Management Trainee
- Pupil Support Worker
- Debt Management Adviser
We expect that BA Social Policy and Crime graduates would be well equipped to pursue a career within the field of youth justice, family support, the Probation Service, and in local and central government.
Key Information
UCAS code: LL43
Duration
3 years full-time.
6 years part-time.
Entry Requirements:
ABB at A level for entry, plus C in GCSE Mathematics
Full entry requirements
UK/EU student fees
£9,000 per year full-time.
International student fees
£12,500 per year full-time.
Full finance information
Admissions Contact
Faculty of Education, Social Sciences and Law
Tel: 0113 343 5049
Tel: 0113 343 5020
Fax: 0113 343 5019