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Program Overview:
This degree combines psychological theory with criminology, offering a unique understanding of criminal behavior from a psychological perspective. It’s ideal for students interested in both human behavior and the criminal justice system.
Curriculum Structure
First Year
You’ll begin by studying foundational modules such as Introduction to Psychology, Criminology Fundamentals, and Research Methods in Psychology, which lay the groundwork for understanding behavior and crime through scientific inquiry.
Second Year
The second year dives deeper into topics like Social Psychology, Psychology of Crime and Offending, and Quantitative Research Methods, exploring psychological explanations of criminal behavior alongside criminological theory.
Third Year
In your final year, advanced modules such as Forensic Psychology, Victimology, and a Research Project allow you to apply psychological knowledge to real-world criminal justice issues and conduct your own independent research.
Focus areas:
Criminal behavior, forensic psychology, social psychology, research methods, victim studies.
Learning outcomes:
Analyze criminal behavior using psychological theories, conduct independent research, understand the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system.
Professional alignment (accreditation):
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this program meets the standards for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).
Reputation (employability rankings):
Loughborough University ranks among the top UK universities for Psychology (Complete University Guide 2024), known for its excellent student support and graduate outcomes.
At Loughborough, you’ll gain practical experience blending psychological theory with criminological practice. The program focuses on developing your skills through active research, case studies, and real-world applications. You’ll work with crime data, understand offender behaviour, and learn research methods using modern digital tools, preparing you for careers in both psychology and criminal justice.
Key practical experiences include:
Graduates from this combined degree enjoy diverse career options across psychology, law enforcement, social services, and research. The program equips you with a strong foundation to pursue professional qualifications or enter relevant job markets confidently.
Typical roles include:
Forensic Psychologist Assistant, Probation Officer, Criminal Justice Analyst, Research Assistant
You’ll be supported by:
Further Academic Progression:
Many graduates progress to postgraduate studies such as MSc Forensic Psychology, Clinical Psychology training, or criminology research degrees, with Loughborough’s strong academic support and industry links aiding your journey.
IB: Applicants are required to have the full International Baccalaureate Diploma with at least three subjects studied at Higher Level. The standard University IELTS English language requirement is 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each individual element (reading, writing, listening and speaking).CBSE: Results in the region of 78% - 88% average performance from best 4 subjectsTOEFL - Overall score of 92, with not less than 22 in each testIELTS - Overall score of 6.5, with no component lower than 6.0Forensic psychologistCriminal profilerProbation officerVictim support workerResearcher in criminal behaviorLaw enforcement officerCrime analystYouth offender workerCorrections officerRehabilitation specialist
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