START YOUR STORY IN CRIMINOLOGY
at the University of Cumbria
Delve into the intricacies of the criminal mind with our comprehensive Criminology and Forensic Investigation programme. Led by industry experts, you will gain critical insights into generators of crime and criminal behaviour, whilst developing core skills to help bring offenders to justice.
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Go to clearingWhy Choose Criminology at Cumbria?
Using our advanced laboratory facilities, you will learn the latest evidence enhancement techniques, gaining a toolkit of skills that will prepare you for a fascinating and fulfilling career.
You'll take part in the annual Major Incident Event, a challenging, two-day exercise that will see you join forces with students from Professional Policing and Paramedic Practice. Together, you’ll work on real-life scenarios, allowing you to practise your skills in the field and gain vital experience working alongside Emergency Services personnel.
Our strong links with criminal justice and community-based organisations and groups in Cumbria will provide you with excellent volunteering opportunities and job prospects.
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"Our thriving community of aspiring criminologists will be given the support and guidance needed to land them their dream career."
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"I was enthused when I realised the array of courses that the University of Cumbria had to offer, drawing prospective students away from traditional studies into a blend of theory and practice that would truly unlock potential career pathways."
- TOM JENKINS, BSC (HONS) SECURITY, INTELLIGENCE & INVESTIGATIVE PRACTICE
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"I LOOKED AROUND SEVERAL UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFERED INTELLIGENCE-BASED PROGRAMMES, BUT WHEN I CAME TO CUMBRIA, I LOVED THE COMMUNITY FEEL AND FELT REALLY AT HOME. AT THE OPEN DAY, I SAT DOWN WITH THE PROGRAMME LEADER AND HE GAVE ME LOADS OF INFORMATION AND HELPED TO NEGATE ANY CONCERNS I HAD."
- NIAMH TYRER, BSC (HONS) SECURITY, INTELLIGENCE AND INVESTIGATIVE PRACTICE
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"The highlight of each year has been the Major Incident Exercise at the Ambleside campus, which is an accurate portrayal of real working life within the police service and Criminal Justice System. Over the three years, you are given a different role, from Crime Scene Investigator to working in the labs, to finally becoming a Crime Scene Manager in third year."
- Hannah Bentley, BSc (Hons) Criminology and Forensic Investigation