Criminology and Human Biology BA

CRIMINOLOGY

Crime and how to deal with it are amongst the most significant and contentious issues of our time, so it is vital that we understand this subject. Criminology is the study of crime, its causes and effects, and what we do about it. At Liverpool Hope University, you will study how crime is defined and who defines it, why some people commit offences, and what happens to those who commit crimes if they are caught.

Criminology also studies the impact of the various agencies and organisations that deal with crime: the police, the courts, the probation and prison services, as well as the role of the Ministry of Justice and the Home Office. Studying Criminology enables you to focus on questions such as ‘is criminal behaviour learned or inherited?’ and ‘why are some actions defined as criminal and not others?’; ‘what is the purpose of punishment and to what extent does it deter criminal behaviour?’

Criminology is a well-established degree at Liverpool Hope and is taught by staff with considerable experience at national and international level. Several key criminological textbooks are written by members of the School. The Criminology team is enthusiastic and dedicated and will help you to get the most out of your degree. Criminology is heavily focused on justice - how it is delivered, to whom, by whom and whether or not it is effective. This reflects Liverpool Hope’s commitment to social justice both nationally and internationally.

HUMAN BIOLOGY

Human Biology is an exciting and ever-changing field. It studies the human body, disease changes, and how humans interact with their environment. At Liverpool Hope, the Human Biology degree is part of a combined honours programme. This programme offers a modern curriculum that challenges students in many key areas of the field.

The human biology course covers key topics such as:

- Anatomy  

- Physiology  

- Cell biology  

- Genetics  

- Disease pathophysiology  

- Immunology  

- Pharmacology

Students learn about how the body normally works and what causes major diseases. These include obesity, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and gut dysbiosis. The programme also covers new scientific advancements, including gene technology, showing how human biology relates to medicine and research. Classes are taught by active researchers with expertise in the School of Health and Sport Sciences.

Graduates of the human biology degree gain solid knowledge of the subject. They also develop essential skills and get hands-on experience with different lab techniques in biological science. Through small-group learning and practical work, students build the confidence and competence needed to succeed in today’s job market.