BSc Psychology with Criminology
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology is an undergraduate degree spanning psychology and sociology, focusing on the intersection of human behaviour and criminal justice systems. Core topics include data analysis, statistics, research methods, policy analysis, psychological assessment, communication and writing, critical and analytical thinking, human behaviour, and global and comparative perspective. This British Psychological Society accredited course includes practical learning opportunities at a specialised Science Centre and field trips to observe courtroom dynamics. The first year establishes fundamental concepts through modules such as Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Criminology, The Psychology of Everyday Life, Becoming a Researcher, Clinical and Health Psychology, Criminal Justice in England and Wales, and Into ARU. The second year builds methodological and theoretical grounding via Research in Action: Statistical Thinking, Research in Action: Qualitative Methods and Psychology in Practice, Social Psychology: Development and Difference, Brain, Body and Mind, and Ruskin Module, alongside optional studies like Intoxicants and Intoxication, Revolving Doors: Punishment and Rehabilitation, and Diagnosis and Formulation in Mental Health. The final year involves advanced core study in Forensic Psychology, Criminology in Policy and Practice, and Psychology Project. Students can also tailor their degree by selecting from numerous optional modules such as Psychological Assessment, Cognitive Neuroscience, Stress and Stress Management, Exploitation, Trafficking and Sexual Violence, Youth, Crime and Aggression, Investigative Psychology, Psychology in the Workplace, Sex, Sexuality and Gender, Culture and Health, Concepts of Good and Evil, Comparative and Global Criminal Justice, Organised Crime, The Neuroscience of Self, Atypical Development, Groups in Conflict: Social Psychological Issues, Psychological Therapies, and Cyberpsychology.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 60%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started
- Continued on course: 64%
- Gained a higher qualification: 4%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 13%
What graduates do next
Based on about 31 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 64%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 4%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 220 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 63%
- London: 16%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Criminology
- The Psychology of Everyday Life
- Becoming a Researcher
- Clinical and Health Psychology
- Criminal Justice in England and Wales
- Into ARU
- Research in Action: Statistical Thinking
- Research in Action: Qualitative Methods and Psychology in Practice
- Social Psychology: Development and Difference
- Brain, Body and Mind
- Ruskin Module
- Intoxicants and Intoxication
- Revolving Doors: Punishment and Rehabilitation
- Diagnosis and Formulation in Mental Health
- Forensic Psychology
- Criminology in Policy and Practice
- Psychology Project
- Psychological Assessment
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Stress and Stress Management
- Exploitation, Trafficking and Sexual Violence
- Youth, Crime and Aggression
- Investigative Psychology
- Psychology in the Workplace
- Sex, Sexuality and Gender
- Culture and Health
- Concepts of Good and Evil
- Comparative and Global Criminal Justice
- Organised Crime
- The Neuroscience of Self
- Atypical Development
- Groups in Conflict: Social Psychological Issues
- Psychological Therapies
- Cyberpsychology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £21,500 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,000 and £30,500. The £25,000 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
81% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 99 UCAS points.
Is BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
How many students continue on BSc Psychology with Criminology at Anglia Ruskin University?
64% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.