Criminology and Criminal Psychology, BSc (Hons)

Our Criminology and Criminal Psychology degree is designed for individuals interested in crime, psychology, and the criminal justice system. It offers a comprehensive introduction to key topics, including offender profiling, stalking, psychopathology, gender and race issues, crime scene investigation, and terrorism. Students can apply their knowledge through optional work placements in prisons or agencies linked to the Criminal Justice System.Popular career paths for graduates include policy, research, policing, social care, and welfare, with alumni working for organizations like UK Visas and Immigration or HM Revenue and Customs. This course uniquely integrates criminology and criminal psychology, examining the nature, causes, and societal responses to crime while incorporating major theoretical frameworks. Note that it does not provide British Psychological Society accreditation; for module details and assessment methods, consult our website.