Psychology (Criminal Psychology), BSc (Hons)

This BPS-accredited Psychology (Forensic Psychology) degree examines psychological insights into offending behaviour, including the police, courts, prison systems, and offenders. It covers core BPS curriculum areas such as brain functions, human cognition, emotions, and behaviour, while integrating forensic applications. Taught by over 150 expert psychologists in one of the UK's largest departments, students utilise innovative laboratories for research. The programme ensures eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership upon achieving a 2.2 honours degree, opening paths to professional psychology careers.At NTU, students benefit from work placements, tailored modules in forensic psychology, international opportunities, and strong employability skills. The course includes core modules on biological, social, developmental, and cognitive psychology, plus specialised forensic topics in later years, culminating in a research project. Assessment involves coursework, exams, presentations, and tests, with options for a four-year placement route.