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Criminology and Law?

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• 4 Mar 2021, 21:22

Criminology and Law?

Hi. Quick question. I want to study Criminology as I am an ex Police Officer and really enjoyed studying Law when I was in training. However thats criminal Law. Is Criminology and Law focused on criminal law? Like different types of Laws and sections etc?

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• 5 Mar 2021, 09:26
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Hi Haroon

Thanks for getting in touch.

The BA (Honours) Criminology and Law (Q92) covers public law, evidence law, trusts law and the option to study one of EU Law, exploring legal boundaries, land law and law, society and culture. You can see the degree and where it can lead here:

Q92 | BA (Honours) Criminology and Law | Open University

If you are studying for a career change it’s worth speaking with an adviser at the National Careers Service to ensure the course you choose will meet your requirements. The National Careers Service website is at:

Careers advice - job profiles, information and resources | National Careers Service

We have a range of courses in Law and Criminology and you can see them here:

Law Courses | Law | The Open University

Criminology Courses | Criminology | The Open University

If you need advice in choosing a course our Student Recruitment team will be pleased to help. The telephone number is 0300 303 5303 and lines are open Monday to Friday 8am – 5.30pm.


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