BSc Psychology with Criminology
Entry requirements
A level: AAB IB: 35 (6,6,5 HL) BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades AB BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus one A level at Grade B The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma will not be acceptable as a stand-alone qualification but will be accepted at DDD overall in conjunction with one A level at grade B. Preferred BTEC: Applied Science, Health and Social Care, Sport, Business.
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology is a psychology and sociology degree focusing on the intersection of the human mind, criminal behavior, and the justice system. Core topics include Research Methods and Human Behaviour. The course holds accreditation from the British Psychological Society and offers a four-year study route incorporating an integrated placement year alongside the standard three-year option. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Learning to be a Psychologist, Research Skills A, and An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, introducing students to both academic skills and criminal agencies. The second year examines diversity, lifespan development, and penal theory through modules including Understanding Human Diversity, Criminological Theory, and Understanding Punishment. The final year centers on independent investigation and specialized study, featuring compulsory modules like Project (Psychology Programmes), Youth Justice, and Rehabilitation and Recovery. Students can further tailor their studies through optional modules covering areas such as Forensic Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Educational Neuroscience.
Modules
- Learning to be a Psychologist
- Research Skills A
- Psychology of the Early Years
- Cognitive Research
- Understanding the Brain
- An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
- Understanding Human Diversity
- Psychology Across the Lifespan
- Criminological Theory
- Research Skills B
- Applied Cognitive Research
- Understanding Punishment
- Project (Psychology Programmes)
- Youth Justice
- Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Learning in Early Childhood
- Advanced Experimental and Qualitative Design and Analysis
- The Psychology of Eating Behaviour
- Forensic Psychology
- Educational Neuroscience
- Addictive Behaviours
- Clinical Psychology
- Parenting and Socialisation