Bachelor Criminology

Criminology, as a scientific discipline, is an autonomous and interdisciplinary field based on a matrix that brings together, in particular, contributions from Criminal Law, Sociology and Psychology. Modern societies, confronted with the criminal phenomenon, call for knowledge in order to provide reading grids that allow them to prepare responses supported by science, observing the multidimensionality of crime. This degree prepares students to deconstruct and understand crime and its actors, equipping them with the skills to intervene in penal and reintegration programmes.

This study cycle accepts candidates who submit their application via the institutional entry admission and have obtained a positive score on one of the following sets:



Candidates can also enter through the change of institution/course pair regime or through a Special Competition, in accordance with the legal rules in force (holders of a higher education degree, holders of a Technological Specialisation Course, holders of a Professional Higher Technical Course or those over 23). Candidates who fulfil the conditions laid down in the International Student Statute may also enter.

- Students wishing to acquire skills to work in the field of criminal justice and juvenile justice. - People wishing to join the police and security forces. - Victim support technicians. - Psychosocial intervention technicians

- Working with control mechanisms, in particular family and juvenile courts, criminal courts, prisons and social reintegration services, security forces and services, educational centres, drug addiction institutions and child and youth protection committees. - Advising law firms and victim support offices. - Implementing and developing programmes to prevent deviant behaviour and social exclusion. - Consultancy and evaluation of public practices and policies. - Scientific research.

After completing their bachelor's degree, students are able to go on to study master's degrees and behaviours.

The Universidade Lusófona-Centro Universitário Lisboa has facilities and equipment that enhance study and research, especially the Victor de Sá Library, which is properly equipped with digital and paper books and magazines for bibliographic support, and there is also a network of partnerships that ensure that students can get to know the professional dynamics of the job of criminologist.

In terms of research, the Francisco Suárez Centre for Advanced Studies in Law (CEAD) promotes research by lecturers and researchers on criminological topics such as sentencing and punitive severity.

Planned timetable: 9h00-18h00 Schedule: Daytime