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A level
Typical Contextual Offer: BBB
AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.
Access to HE Diploma
We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with merit or distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course. The specific course requirements are a minimum of 30 credits at distinction and 15 credits at Merit. If you do not have GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C or above we will additionally require 15 credits at level 2, including English Language and Maths.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken and we require Grades M2,M1,M1 from 3 Principal Subjects. We welcome all subjects from Arts, Humanities, Mathematics & Science. However, we do not accept Global Perspectives and Research, General Studies or Critical Thinking.
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language. Please note that if you hold English as a second language iGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your iGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the academic School for clarification.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 points overall. 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
We consider the Technical Diploma for entry, the CTEC subject will be taken into consideration when making a decision. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with Grades DM plus an additional level 3 qualification such as an A Level at Grade A or the full National Diploma with Grades DD plus an A Level at Grade B.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry, the CTEC subject will be taken into consideration when making a decision. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with Grade D plus A Level Grades BB.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry, the CTEC subject will be taken into consideration when making a decision. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with Grades DDM.
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry, the CTEC subject will be taken into consideration when making a decision. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with Grades MM plus A Level Grades BB.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted with Grades DM in combination with an A-level at Grade A in a different subject area to the diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted with Grade D in combination with two A-levels at Grade AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted with Grade M in combination with two A-levels at Grade AB in different subject areas to the diploma.
We normally require Advanced Higher Grades BCC or BC and additional Highers. We welcome all subjects from Arts, Humanities, Mathematics & Science. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 Grade C/Intermediate 2 Grade C/Standard Grade Credit level Grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to.
We normally require Advanced Higher Grades BCC or BC and additional Highers. We welcome all subjects from Arts, Humanities, Mathematics & Science. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 Grade C/Intermediate 2 Grade C/Standard Grade Credit level Grade 3). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to.
The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this. We require minimum Grade A from the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and BB from 2 A levels. OR A minimum Grade B from the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and AB from 2 A levels. We welcome all subjects from Arts, Humanities, Mathematics & Science, including Law. However, we do not accept General Studies or Critical Thinking. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the academic School(s) you plan to apply to.
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About this course
The BA Criminology is an exciting degree which will allow you to understand the impact that crime and criminal behaviour have on societies across the world, and explore some of the challenges that face today's criminal justice systems.
Understanding the causes and consequences of crime will enable you to contribute to discussions about how some of these problems might be remedied. Under the guidance of our extensive team of criminology experts, you will develop the necessary analytical skills to assess complex data related to experiences of criminality. You will also have the opportunity to take part in field trips and discussions with professionals to gain a real insight into how criminological knowledge is applied in a variety of sectors.
Studying a specialised degree in Criminology will enable you to develop skills relevant to a variety of key professions concerned with criminal justice and crime reduction, including the police, prisons, offender management, youth justice and victimisation.
**Aims**
The course aims to provide you with a knowledge and understanding of criminology and related disciplines at a breadth and depth appropriate to a first degree qualification. More generally, the course imparts an understanding of criminality and the institutions of criminal justice within their social, economic and political context and seeks to promote an appreciation of the role of justice and the `rule of law' in the criminal justice system.
We provide you with the opportunity to develop specialised knowledge and skills in certain areas of criminology and socio-legal studies. An important feature of the Manchester single honours course is the emphasis on understanding data analysis and research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative) - together with how theory, research and practice can combine effectively.
**Special Features**
**Learning Criminology Inside**
In the final year of your BA Criminology degree you will have the opportunity to participate in `Learning Criminology Inside'. This initiative enables you to take your weekly seminars in a local prison to study a final year option alongside prison-based students.
**Legal Advice Centre**
Gain insights into the legal profession, whilst helping members of the public with real life legal issues by volunteering at the Legal Advice Centre.
The School's Legal Advice Centre offers pro bono legal advice to the public, university staff and students. It is sponsored by major city firms and supported by the University of Law solicitors and barristers who are quality marked by the Legal Services Commission.
The Centre aim to provide practical experience for our students who are supervised by legal practitioners, and to offer a reliable service to its clients, who seek help with their legal problems and in many circumstances have nowhere else to obtain legal advice. More about the Legal Advice Centre
**Societies**
Benefit from unique experiences, networking and professional development opportunities by getting involved with one of the School's many student societies. More about student societies
**Study Abroad**
Gain experience of another culture as well as valuable overseas connections by studying abroad as part of your degree. Students will be able to apply for the International Exchange programme between years 2 and 3 of their degree. Terms and conditions apply.
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Extra funding
The University is committed to supporting students from low-income households through our financial support packages detailed below.
Full-time UK students do not need to apply for Manchester’s bursaries separately but should ensure that they consent to share their financial details with the University when making an application to Student Finance England. http://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/student-finance/2019/
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What do graduate employment figures really tell you?We have quite a lot of sociology graduates, although numbers fell last year. But graduates still do pretty well. Most sociology graduates go straight into work when they complete their degrees, and a lot of graduates go into jobs in social professions such as recruitment, education, community and youth work, and housing. An important option for a sociology graduate is social work - and we're short of people willing to take this challenging but rewarding career. Sociology is a flexible degree and you can find graduates from the subject in pretty much every reasonable job — obviously, you don't find many doctors or engineers, but you do find them in finance, the media, healthcare, marketing and even IT. Sociology graduates taking further study often branch out into other qualifications, like teaching, law, psychology, HR and even maths, so don’t think a sociology degree restricts you to just one set of options.
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