Psychology and Criminology

The fundamental aim of the BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology programme is to provide students with the ability to apply theory, concepts, and ideas across multiple domains of psychological and criminological study. In doing so, this programme will also allow students the opportunity to hone these skills and develop a strong understanding of the mind and human behaviour across multiple domains alongside a holistic view of the underlying causes of criminality. The purpose of this ‘top-up’ year is to further expand students knowledge across multiple applied domains of psychology and criminology, and to provide the opportunity for students to demonstrate their critical thinking, planning, and research skills through the completion of an empirical Final Major Project (Dissertation). This will ensure that students gain, and can evidence, key skills and knowledge required to obtain skilled employment within the sector or pursue further postgraduate study.

Year 1 (Level 4)
PC4-01 Foundations of Psychology
PC4-02 Introduction to Criminology
PC4-03 Introducing Research Methods in Social Sciences
PC4-04 Personality, Intelligence, and Individual Differences
PC4-05 Introduction to the Criminal Justice System PC4-06 Introduction to Policing

Year 2 (Level 5)
PC5-01 Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
PC5-02 Developmental and Social Psychology
PC5-03 Cognitive and Biological Psychology
PC5-04 Essential Skills in Applied Psychology and Criminology
PC5-05 Serious and Serial Offenders
PC5-06 Crime and Media

Year 3 (Level 6)
PC6-01 Final Major Project (Dissertation)
PC6-02 Forensic and Criminal Psychology
PC6-03 Psychology of Mental Health and Mental Disorders
PC6-04 Penology
PC6-05 Transnational Crime

Across the programme students are assessed using a variety of methods including: Essays, Research Projects, Presentations, Workplace Simulations, Portfolios, Reports and Examinations. Please note that full assessment information can be found in the module descriptors.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS