BSc Criminology
at Southampton University, Southampton

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BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Overview

BSc Criminology offered at University of Southampton is a UG level course, which is considered the top-ranked course across the university and the country. Students who are willing to apply, can pursue the course within the duration of 3 years.

International students applying at University of Southampton for this course, need to submit the necessary documents as per the department and the course. International students need to submit qualification proofs along with test scores of exams including IELTS and PTE.

The University of Southampton tuition fees for BSc Criminology for the first-year international student is GBP 22,300. In addition to the tuition fees students need to look into other various factors that are necessary to manage their stay during the study at the university, which include the other necessary costs, covering accommodation costs, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, utilities, etc. The average cost of living at University of Southampton is GBP 8,245.

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹26.74 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BSc Criminology

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Fees
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
Highlights
Scholarships

BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Fees

The first year's tuition for international students planning to study BSc Criminology at University of Southampton is GBP 22,300. In addition, they need to budget for other living expenses, including housing, food, transportation, books, supplies, and other smaller bills. The average University of Southampton cost of living is GBP 8,245. Students must pay tuition and living expenses when they enrol in BSc Criminology.

Refer to the table below to view the fee breakdown for University of Southampton BSc Criminology.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 26,73,993

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 9,88,658
Transportation	INR 95,928

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 119.91 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 6ᵗʰ June 2025

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BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

75%
Applicants must have passed 12th achieving at least 75% from Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) and Metro State Boards (Delhi, Maharashtra, Chennai, Kolkata and Karnataka)

PTE

Marks - 62/90
NA

IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
with minimum score 5.5 in each component

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Students who have achieved 70% in English at Class XII from CBSE or CISCE may be exempted from additional English language requirements.

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BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Only one reference letter is required
It should become from :
- If the students are still in the School, it should be from the tutor, teacher, principal, or headteacher
- If you left education years ago, ask an employer, volunteering supervisor, or trainer
- Don’t ask family, friends, partners, or ex-partners though – if you do your application may be canceled
Students only need to put the email ID and the name of the referee in the application form

Step two

Additional documents required

Personal Statement required of 4,000 characters and 47 lines, Do not exceed this limit. It must include:

Students should write about why you’re suitable to study at their university or college
As an international student, there are a few extra things you should mention:
- Why you want to study in the UK.
- Your English language skills, and any English courses or tests you’ve taken.
- Why you want to be an international student, rather than study in your own country

Academic transcript
Language proficiency scores
A copy of passport
Portfolio for BA(Hons) Architecture

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/criminology-degree-bsc

Step four

Application fees for this course

Pound 22 = INR 2.64 Thousand

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Sept): 30th June

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#15	Art and Design The Complete University Guide, 2026
#16	Sociology and Social Policy The Guardian, 2026

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University of Southampton
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

63% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Fun loving

Internships3.6

Part time work4.3

Post study jobs4.2

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.5

Value for money4.1

Public transportation4.9

Safety4.6

Indian Food4.1

Permanent Immigration4

Mathangi Vijayakumar Verified Icon

MSc in Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Southampton

4.8

A fun, immersive, and intensive experience.

Tips: There are a lot of scholarship opportunities available for students here. I was lucky enough to receive a full scholarship from the university to study here. It was difficult to adapt to the British culture at first, but over time, with the help of friends and peers, it started feeling like a 2nd home! Overall, I am genuinely glad I took the decision to study abroad in this particular university and country.

Likes (Student Life): Student life is fantastic here. The University puts a lot of effort into making each and every student feel comfortable. It organises numerous events like Colour run, graduation ball, Painting, sports activities, Karaoke Thursdays, pool activities, and so much more. My typical day in college looks like - attending classes, roaming around on campus and participating in fun activities during break, having lunch with my friends, attending more classes, and heading to the library in the evening to prepare for assignments/exams.

Dislikes (Internships): There are various internship opportunities available, but they are mostly for Bachelor's students. Finding one for an M.Sc. student can be time-consuming, but it is possible. Nowadays, it is hard to find a job that provides sponsorship. Luckily, one can still work here after graduation with their Postgraduate Work Visa for two years. That gives one time to decide what exactly to do.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1035

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 25000

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025Read more

Yash Shah

MSc Data and Decision Analytics - Batch of 2022

Offered by University of Southampton

4.5

Opportunistic, growth, and fun loving with academic focused.

Tips: Students should do their own research because everyone has different preferences. There are scholarships, and there are lots of cultural societies to join that provide opportunities for networking.

Likes (Value for money): Considering the fees for my course I feel it was worth it as you will be getting a degree from one of the top 100 universities in the world and also Russell Group university. Also, the cost of living in Southampton is relatively less than other cities and it has all the required amenities.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): If you have around 3 to 5 years of prior experience, then it's relatively easy to get a job with a Skilled Worker visa. Once you complete 5 years on that, you can get permanent residency. However, I am not planning to settle in the UK and have different priorities.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 850

Prepping time for classes3 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 52000

Reviewed on 25 May 2025Read more

Siddharth Raut Verified Icon

MSc Software Engineering - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Southampton

4.3

University of Southampton is a great university with highly qualified faculty.

Tips: The transition was smoother than expected. A suggestion is to try to decide your flatmates before you come here, living with friends will help with homesickness and overall, a better life abroad. There was no scholarship for the ECS Department at the University of Southampton. I did, however, complete two part-time paid technical internships that helped me with my cost of living. The course was decent; I expected a bit more from it, but overall, the facilities provided were very good. And thanks to the less demanding course, I could complete two internships during the second and third semesters. I personally love living and working in the UK.

Likes (Internships): The ECS department at University of Southampton has an active Placement Office and cell that sends out at least two emails per day, often for new roles or jobs. The officer also hosts talks with various companies, such as giants like Apple and Google as well as niche markets such as McLaren and Alpine. There are also some offers from small-scale companies. The University of Southampton Internship Portals has a lot of internship offers. I applied for and completed an internship there, but then I also got another internship from a company that a placement officer sent. For me, internships went great, and I'm not the only one – some of my friends got internships through this portal, too.

Dislikes (Value for money): The course was all theory, and especially for subjects like Web and mobile application development, we expected some hands-on lab sessions in our curriculum, which was unfortunately not possible. The ECS department at University of Southampton does not provide any scholarships, so the fee that I paid which is 28,000 GBP was somewhat on the higher end than what the course offered.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 22 May 2025Read more

Miruthula Asokan Verified Icon

MSc Business Analytics and Management Sciences - Batch of 2024

Offered by University of Southampton

4.3

The campus is warm and vibrant and has many on-campus events.

Tips: It's a life-changing experience from my point of view, as you get to meet people from all around the world, and try new things you never dream of doing before. The University of Southampton has more than 200+ different clubs and societies, so there is something for everyone. For business school, you can also get a dean's scholarship of around 8000 pounds if you have 80% in your undergrad.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 750

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 32000

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025Read more

Sreekumar Nair Verified Icon

MSc Business Analytics and Management Sciences - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Southampton

3.9

The placements are very few and it is difficult to land a job.

Tips: The coursework in the B.A.M.S. course at the University of Southampton is going to be technical challenging and aligns with the industry standards. You may expect a lot of statistics and advanced data analysis modules. I had obtained a scholarship of 5 lacs which brought down my fees to 20 lacs. I think that was a good value for money considering the university ranking and the course they offered. There is also an option for doing the dissertation with an industry/company. I think that's an opportunity to build real world analytical and business skills, but you should know that the placements are very few, and you'll have to apply for all the jobs yourself. Go through the tedious application process in the UK. The placements are very few, and it seems that the only way to land a job is to have 2-3 years of solid work experience in a similar domain.

Likes (Public transportation): Southampton has the best bus service in the UK. Contrary to other places, Southampton only has one bus provider, so it is easy to get around. The bus provider runs all the routes, and one bus pass allows for unlimited travel. If you rent a place, you can find something near the Highfield campus that is within walking distance of the university.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): My chances are high for obtaining a permanent settlement in the next four years, as I have obtained a skilled worker visa. Work-life balance, quality of life, workplace quality, and pay are the major motivating factors for permanent immigration to the UK. However, students generally find it difficult to land a job, mainly because of a lack of work experience and understanding of the job market and domains. Speak with at least 2-3 alumni who passed the course and obtained a job/sponsorship.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 850

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025Read more

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BSc Criminology
at
Southampton University
Highlights

This popular BSc Criminology degree will let the students to explore how the nature of crime and punishment changes around the world and over time. Specialist modules will help them steer their degree to a range of professional careers.
Criminology at the University of Southampton is ranked 10th in the UK (The Times & Sunday Times, 2022)
Criminology is one of the oldest social sciences. It explores the origins and patterns of criminality, the reasons for committing crime, and the workings of the criminal justice system.
On this course, students will study criminology and criminal justice, covering topics such as:
criminal behaviour
victimisation
the socio-legal context of crime
the reaction of society
the future of social control
As part of your degree students can:
study a minor subject, such as psychology, alongside your main degree
learn to analyse criminal behaviour and the workings of the criminal justice system
examine cyber and international crime