Criminology at Bath: What it's like to study with us
Discover what studying an undergraduate degree in criminology at Bath is like by watching a taster lecture.
Well-ranked, great employability prospects
We are known for excellence in teaching and research, and for providing outstanding career preparation.
A safe, supportive and student-friendly environment
Bath is the 2nd safest university town/city in England and Wales (Complete University Guide, 2025)
Our on-campus Security team and Student Support Advice Service are also available 24/7 to give you peace of mind.
An exciting campus connected to a vibrant city
Our campus, which is on the edge of the city, contains study spaces, shops, and cafés. It's also home to a wide range of sports facilities.
You can travel between the campus and city by foot, bike, car or bus. Transport links from the city centre also mean you're just 90 minutes from London and onward travel to its international airports, too.
When you are in the city, you can experience its many bars and restaurants, music venues, museums, and historically significant architecture.
Hear from our students
Read about recent students' experiences.
'I graduated in 2025 and secured a position at Plenitude Consulting as a Junior Consultant in the fraud team. Our work focuses on helping clients build systems and procedures to prevent fraud from both external threats and internal risks.' — Anaïs Westergaard, BSc (Hons) Criminology (graduated 2025)
‘One of the most valuable aspects of my degree was the emphasis on transferable skills. The analytical and critical thinking skills I developed are ones I use every day now.’ — Amy Channon, BSc (Hons) Criminology (graduated 2024)
Watch 'Why Prisons?' by Liz Kullman
Watch the full taster lecture* The University of Bath ranked 7th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, 8th in The Guardian University Guide 2026, and 9th in the Complete University Guide 2027.