About the day
Sign up for our taster day to discover what it would be like to study Criminology at degree level. You will have the opportunity to meet current staff and students, explore the campus, and learn about the benefits of studying at Reading.
This event is free to attend. Lunch and refreshments will be provided, and eligible students can also receive a travel bursary to attend the taster day.
As an attendee, you will participate in two hands-on sessions:
Session 1: Techniques of neutralisation
This lecture introduces the concept of techniques of neutralisation. This engaging session illustrates how we teach the theoretical explanations of criminal behaviour and the ways in which individuals justify or rationalise deviant acts.
Session 2: Crimes of the Powerful: When Knowledge Becomes a Victim
This taster session explores how powerful individuals, corporations, and institutions can cause harm not only through illegal or unethical actions, but also by shaping, hiding, or distorting knowledge. We will examine how evidence can be suppressed, public understanding manipulated, and certain voices excluded, asking who gets to define “truth” when power is involved.
Information
This taster day will be held at our Whiteknights campus and will run from approximately 10:00 to 15:00 (16:00 with an optional campus tour), allowing you time to really immerse yourself in the subject and relevant department. More information will be made available following registration.
Make the most of your taster day
- Let us know any accessibility requirements.
- Check if you’re eligible for a travel bursary.
- Make sure to arrive with plenty of time. You will be sent a schedule for the day about a week before the event.
- Think about what you want to get out of the day, and prepare any questions for staff and students.
FAQs
What should I wear for the taster day?
Wear loose, comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear as we will be touring the university campus.
Can I park on site?
You can park on site for the taster day, but you will need to collect a parking permit and display it in your vehicle for the duration of the event. Parking permits can be collected at the registration point.
For more information, please email outreach@reading.ac.uk.
Is lunch available for purchase?
We will be providing a free lunch, please make sure you provide any dietary requirements when you register for the event.