Criminology and Psychology, BA (Hons)

Lancaster University boasts exceptional league table rankings in Criminology and Psychology, along with strong graduate employment outcomes, making it an excellent choice for this joint degree. This innovative programme examines the interplay between crime and the human mind, blending cutting-edge research with practical application. Students study both disciplines equally, with a flexible structure allowing continuation as a joint major or a shift to a Psychology major with British Psychological Society accreditation by the end of the first year. Led by world-renowned academics from the Law School and Psychology Department, the course covers key topics such as forensic psychology, youth justice, and gender-based violence.The curriculum begins with foundational concepts in the first year, progresses to advanced theories and research methods in the second, and culminates in specialised modules and a crime-focused dissertation in the third. Enhanced by masterclasses, seminars, volunteering, and work placements, assessments include coursework, presentations, and exams. Employability is strengthened through partnerships with NGOs, charities, and agencies like Lancashire Police, offering prison visits, data analysis, and skills development programmes to foster professional connections and career readiness.