Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons)

This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Society. Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of qualification of a second class honours is achieved, is the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist
You will focus on real-life criminal justice problems and explore potential solutions
We cover the latest thinking on subjects as varied as hate crime, domestic abuse and murder investigations
Fieldtrips to courts and prisons will give you vital insights while criminal justice professionals will share their experiences with you
Our teaching team includes leading experts who are conducting influential research in the field
We support you to conduct your own original research and contribute to the growing knowledge base about criminal psychology
Opportunity to achieve an additional professional qualification in youth justice
About the course
How does criminal behaviour develop? Are psychopaths born or made? Are eye witnesses accurate? How should we rehabilitate offenders? These are just some of the challenging questions you will explore on our stimulating degree.