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BSc Hons Psychology with Criminology

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Nottingham Trent University

Program Overview

Program Overview:
This three-year undergraduate degree explores the intersection of psychology and criminology, equipping students with insights into the psychological causes of criminal behaviour and the workings of the criminal justice system. It’s ideal for students interested in understanding why people commit crimes and how society responds.

Curriculum Structure

Year One
The first year introduces you to Foundations in Psychology, Introduction to Criminology, Research Methods in Psychology, and Criminal Justice System. These modules build the base for understanding both psychological processes and crime-related institutions.

Year Two
You’ll study topics like Developmental and Social Psychology, Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Policing and Punishment, and Research Design and Analysis. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and applied research skills relevant to both fields.

Year Three
In the final year, you’ll explore Forensic Psychology, Criminal Behaviour and Victimology, and complete an independent research project. Optional modules may include areas like Youth Justice, Cybercrime, or Mental Health and Crime.

Focus areas:
Forensic psychology, criminal justice, victimology, mental health and crime, research methods.

Learning outcomes:
By graduation, you’ll be able to apply psychological theories to criminal behaviour, analyse criminological data, conduct ethical research, and understand societal responses to crime.

Professional alignment (accreditation):
The psychology component is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), enabling eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) if the student meets the minimum grade requirement.

Reputation (employability rankings):
Nottingham Trent is well-regarded for its applied social sciences and strong links with criminal justice organisations, enhancing employability in roles such as probation, policing, victim support, and rehabilitation services.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

This BPS-accredited programme integrates rigorous psychological study with criminological insight. You'll learn through practical experience in NTU’s research-intensive environment, benefitting from modern labs, workplace-style challenges, and field engagement.

Key practical experiences include:

  • Access to psychology labs equipped with eye‑tracking, EEG, motion capture, TMS, driving simulators, and more for behavioural and cognitive testing
  • The Professional Practice in Psychology module, where you act as a consultant psychologist solving real problems for external organisations
  • Opportunities for a sandwich year placement (optional), supported internships, and volunteering in real-life criminal justice or community justice settings
  • Wide selection of optional criminology modules such as crime & justice policy, cybercrime, hate crime, and serious organised crime, complementing core psychology training
  • Final-year supervised research project in psychology—allowing exploration of topics at the intersection of behaviour and crime

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates leave with a hybrid skillset—combining psychological research ability with criminological understanding—making them attractive in sectors like criminal justice, mental health support, policy, and research.

Typical roles include:
Forensic Psychology Assistant, Probation Officer, Crime Analyst, Research Officer

Career and academic support includes:

  • NTU’s Careers and Employability service offering personalised support, employer networking, and application preparation for assistant psychologist roles and beyond
  • Strong programme reputation: NTU ranked 150th globally in psychology in QS World Rankings 2025, and has one of the largest psychology departments in the UK
  • Excellent student satisfaction (97% positive about academic support) and exposure to employer-led projects and insight events
  • BPS accreditation, which provides eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) and future postgraduate training routes

Further Academic Progression

Many graduates progress to postgraduate study in areas such as Forensic or Clinical Psychology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, or Research Psychology—supported by NTU’s strong research-active environment and surveyed industry partnerships.

Program Key Stats

£17,500
£ 29
Sept Intake : 14th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

CCC
2.7
28
70 - 75

1090
26
6.0
72

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Forensic psychologist
  • Assistant psychologist or mental health support worker
  • Mental health support worker
  • Coroners officer or case coordinator
  • Offender support worker or offender manager
  • Police investigative officer or police officer
  • Fraud analyst or crime analyst
  • Researcher in criminal justice or forensic psychology
  • Youth worker or youth justice worker
  • Policy advisor in criminal justice or community development

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