BSc (Hons) Psychology (Clinical & Forensic Studies) at Canterbury Christ Church University

Investigate how the criminal mind works with our BSc (Hons) Psychology (Clinical and Forensic Studies). If you're looking for a course that sets you on a path to make a difference in people's lives, then this degree will prepare you for a range of graduate roles for a variety of sectors.

Faculty: School of Sciences, Psychology, Arts and Humanities, Computing, Engineering, and Sport  |  Department: Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years (Full-time); 4 years (Full-time with Placement)  |  Study mode: full-time, placement year option  |  Intake: September 2026, September 2027  |  Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore the causes of criminal behaviour and how psychological theories are applied in forensic settings. Understand mental health conditions and how they are assessed, diagnosed, and treated. Core modules include Year 1: Careers in Psychology, Psychology in Context, Discovering Development and Identity, Investigating Brain and Behaviour, Student Success Modules; Year 2: Psychology - Integrated Perspectives, Research Methods and Data Analysis in Psychology, Understanding Clinical Psychology and Mental Health, Forensic Psychology in Action, Employability module - Client Project, Interdisciplinary Module; Year 3: Psychology - Advanced Perspectives, Advanced Research Methods and Data Analysis in Psychology, Psychology Research Project, What works in clinical and forensic psychology.

Career pathways

This course equips you with highly relevant clinical, forensic and research-focused transferable skills, including psychological assessment, ethical decision-making, data analysis, report writing, reflective practice and advanced interpersonal communication. These skills prepare you for roles working directly with individuals, services and systems across mental health and criminal justice settings.

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