BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology
Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points At least two A-levels, or a BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) or equivalent qualifications. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Business Psychology and Sociology, combining psychology with sociological approaches to crime and justice. Core topics include research methods. The course offers a final-year research project with a choice of dissertation or internship placement pathway, and includes the option of a placement year.
Modules
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Introduction to Forensic Psychology
- Crime, Law and Justice
- Foundations in Criminological Theory
- Forensic Mental Health and Criminal Behaviour
- Crime, Media and Culture
- Researching Social Problems
- Criminal Justice: Policing and Punishment
- The Psychology of Investigations and Cyber-Behaviour
- Future Skills Apply
- Global Crime and Justice
- Youth Crime and Justice
- Research Project