Criminology and Human Biology BA

CRIMINOLOGY

Criminology at Liverpool Hope lets you study crime through a social justice lens and develop the skills to challenge inequality and promote positive social change. 

You’ll explore why crime happens and how society responds to it, with specialist teaching in growing areas such as green criminology and environmental justice. The course covers key topics including extremism, transnational crime, policing, probation and rehabilitation. You’ll build advanced research and analytical skills through research-led teaching while benefiting from a supportive environment with small-group classes and personal academic support.

You’ll gain an insider’s understanding of contemporary criminological issues and real-world challenges. The programme is designed to be engaging and forward-looking, helping you develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities that are essential for making a difference in society. With a strong emphasis on social justice, you’ll examine how crime intersects with issues of power, inequality and the environment. If you’re interested in crime, justice, and creating a fairer society, this course offers an exciting and thought-provoking way to develop your knowledge and skills for a rewarding future. 

HUMAN BIOLOGY

Human Biology at Liverpool Hope University is an exciting, future‑focused degree that explores how the human body works, why diseases develop, and how biology shapes everyday life. You’ll study in small groups, learning essential topics like anatomy, physiology, genetics, cell biology, immunology and pharmacology, gaining a clear understanding of major health challenges such as cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and gut dysbiosis. 

Teaching is hands-on from day one, you’ll learn from active researchers in the School of Health and Sport Sciences, gain experience with laboratory techniques, scientific investigation and data analysis. You’ll build real scientific confidence through practical lab skills, data analysis, and specialist techniques used across modern bioscience industries. 

The course also introduces cutting‑edge developments like gene technology and links biological science directly to real-world medical and research applications. You'll also discover how advances in gene technology are shaping the future of medicine and biomedical research. With Liverpool’s strong health, biotech and life‑science sector, you’ll be studying Human Biology in one of the UK’s most dynamic science cities, ideal for placements, networking and future employment.