Forensic Psychology, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Reasons to choose Kingston– This is one of the few courses in the UK to offer a specialist forensic psychology qualification.– This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).– You’ll be eligible for Graduate Membership and the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership; this is the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist. About this courseFascinating and disturbing, criminal behaviour arises from social, biological and cognitive factors. We need to understand these if we’re to help create a safer and fairer society.Forensic psychology looks at the relationships between brain and criminal behaviour, how social groups interact and how human beings learn and develop. It also examines the treatment of offenders and the impact of crime on the broader community. You’ll be able to gain valuable experience, with the opportunity for work-based practice or observation.You’ll acquire a broad foundation of knowledge around key theories and ideas of psychological science and critically analyse historic perspectives, contemporary issues and explore the social nature of crime and deviance. Choosing from a range of option modules, you’ll be able to tailor your studies to your own interests and aspirations.Sandwich YearThis course has a sandwich year which takes place between Year 2 and your Final Year. During this sandwich year you will take a placement within a relevant setting, ensuring you gain essential experience to add to your CV and help you secure a graduate job.