BSc Hons Psychology with Criminology

Program Overview:
This three‑year, BPS‑accredited degree integrates core psychology with criminology as a minor subject, offering insight into human behaviour and criminal justice. Designed for students drawn to the intersection of psychological theory and crime, it equips you with scientific reasoning, analytical skills, and an understanding of criminal behaviour within society.

Curriculum Structure

Year One
In the first year, you’ll study two psychology modules and one criminology module each semester. These include foundational topics across biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, alongside criminological theory relating to crime and victimisation.

Year Two
Year two continues with your psychology core while deepening criminology understanding. You’ll explore themes such as offender behaviour, justice systems and societal impacts of crime, alongside improving research and analytical skills.

Year Three
In your final year, you'll complete a substantial dissertation within psychology and may choose advanced criminology or forensic psychology options. This enables specialisation and in-depth research tailored to your interests. An optional professional placement year is available between Years Two and Three to gain practical experience or work with industry partners, extending the course to four years.

Focus Areas:
The degree focuses on psychological science, criminal behaviour, assessment and intervention, research methods, and transferable skills in communication, teamwork and critical thinking.

Learning Outcomes:
Graduates will understand the psychological roots of behaviour, critically analyse crime through psychological frameworks, design and conduct empirical research, and apply theoretical knowledge to forensic and criminological contexts.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):
This course is fully accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), granting eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) upon achieving a pass mark above 50 % and completing the research project requirement.

Reputation & Facilities:
Located in the Curzon Building at BCU’s City Centre Campus, the programme benefits from high-quality teaching, mock court rooms, simulated police interview suites, and cutting-edge labs equipped with EEG and eye tracking software. These facilities support real-world learning and research experience.