Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology (Gozo)
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology aims:To provide students with a general and detailed knowledge and understanding of crime and criminology.To equip students with a knowledge and understanding of criminological theories and concepts which offer explanations as to why people engage in criminal acts.To enable students to understand the role of the courts, policing and corrections in criminal justice.To address issues in criminology, particularly the roles of class, sex and race/ethnicity in criminal behavior and the social policy and correctional responses to it.To provide students with a knowledge and understanding, and capacity to use qualitative and quantitative methods of social research and social investigation.To teach students how to utilize the appropriate technology in criminology and criminal justice study and research. To enable students to develop the ability to apply criminology theories, principles and concepts to address Ӳeal lifeԠissues and situations in the criminal justice field, and thus the ability to engage in critical thinking/analysis.To prepare students for progression to Masters' courses and Ph.D. programmes. The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Criminology aims:To provide students with a general and detailed knowledge and understanding of crime and criminology.To equip students with a knowledge and understanding of criminological theories and concepts which offer explanations as to why people engage in criminal acts.To enable students to understand the role of the courts, policing and corrections in criminal justice.To address issues in criminology, particularly the roles of class, sex and race/ethnicity in criminal behavior and the social policy and correctional responses to it.To provide students with a knowledge and understanding, and capacity to use qualitative and quantitative methods of social research and social investigation.To teach students how to utilize the appropriate technology in criminology and criminal justice study
Career Opportunities
Criminologists strive to understand: why people commit crime, how they can be dissuaded from engaging in crime, how criminals/delinquents/potential delinquents should be treated and how victims of crime (including victims of domestic violence) could be helped. Therefore BA (Hons) in Criminology graduates may find employment in the criminal justice system as police officers, correctional officers or probation officers and in other agencies (even care agencies) that deal with criminogenic populations. In addition, they might find employment in the private sector (e.g. private policing, security and insurance agencies, insurance agencies, digital gaming and cyber security). This programme gives access to the M.A. in Probation Services and the M.A. in Criminology (by Research) offered by the Department of Criminology. Alternatively, they may opt to further their studies abroad to pursue work and career opportunities.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRL1012 Introduction to Law for Criminological Studies 4 ECTS CRM1002 Introduction to Policing 4 ECTS CRM1005 Introduction to Corrections 4 ECTS CRM1020 Introduction to Criminology 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRI1005 Organised Crime 4 ECTS CRI1009 Interpersonal Violence 4 ECTS CRI1011 Community Based Sanctions 4 ECTS CRI1015 Myths and Realities of Crime: Societal Perspectives 4 ECTS CRM1021 Sociological Theories of Crime 4 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year 2: 36 ECTS credits Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRI1017 Crime Scene to Court 4 ECTS CRI1032 Qualitative Research Methods for Criminology 4 ECTS CRI2002 Criminal Investigation 4 ECTS CRM1004 Biological and Psychological Theories of Crime 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRI1006 Violent Crime 4 ECTS CRI1033 Quantitative Research Methods for Criminology 4 ECTS CRI2012 Victimology 4 ECTS CRL1011 Criminal Procedure and Criminology 4 ECTS CRM1016 Restorative Justice 4 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year 3: 36 ECTS credits Year 3 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRI2004 Prison and Prisoners 4 ECTS CRI2015 Maritime Domains and Crime 4 ECTS CRM2012 Crime Prevention and Community Safety 4 ECTS YTH1023 Youth, Crime and Deviance 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CRI2003 Psychology and Investigation 4 ECTS CRI2008 Risk and Security Management 4 ECTS CRI2011 Practical Approaches to Research Methodology 4 ECTS CRM2020 Key Issues: Drugs and Society 4 ECTS MRT2013 Ethics in the Criminal Justice System 4 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year 4: 36 ECTS credits Year 4 In addition to the compulsory study-units, students are required to choose study-u
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Notes and any other requirements Applicants in terms of the 'maturity (adult learners) clause' are required to sit for a written examination due to be held in September. Successful candidates shall then be called for an interview conducted by an interviewing board appointed for the purpose. Eligible applicants are required to pass both the written examination and the interview. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 4,250 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 5 years
- Credits 180
