BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Perspectives at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

Psychology is the science of human behaviour and mind. It is concerned with individual psychological processes and the social context of how we think and interact with the world around us. Forensic psychology applies these processes and knowledge to legal domains, helping shape how the police, courts, prisons, and probation services understand and react to victims, witnesses, and offenders.

What you will study

Our BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Perspectives course offers a unique blend of psychology applied to the legal system. From the outset, students are immersed in the theory and practice of forensic psychology, with dedicated modules at each Level (4, 5, and 6) that dive deep into the psychology of offending behaviour, victims, witness, and the justice system. Year 1 core: Core Skills In Forensic Psychology, Crime and Society, Research Methods in Psychology 1, Investigative and Courtroom Psychology. Year 2 core: Research Methods in Psychology 2, Individuality and Diversity in Forensic Psychology, Social and Developmental Psychology, Cognitive and Biological Psychology. Year 3 core: Forensic Futures, Preparing for your Dissertation, Contemporary Challenges In Forensic Psychology, Ethical Practice in Forensic Psychology, Dissertation.

Career pathways

As a BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Perspectives graduate, there are a diverse range of career paths you could take. You might decide to complete further education (MSc Forensic Psychology) and training to pursue a career as a forensic psychologist, or work for the police, NHS or in a charity supporting ex-offenders or victims of crime.

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Entry requirements

GCE A levels - grades ABB or equivalent, to include at least one relevant subject. Relevant subjects exclude: Art, Design or Performance subjects; Media Studies; General Studies. Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DDM. Acceptable subjects include: Applied Law; Applied Science; Business; Children's Care, Learning Development; Children's Play, Learning and Development; Enterprise and Entrepreneurship; Environmental Sustainability; Forensic and Criminal Investigation; Health and Social Care; Health Professions; Personal and Business Finance; Pharmaceutical Science; Public Services; Sport and Exercise Sciences. Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 128 UCAS Tariff points. Acceptable subjects are Psychology, Social Sciences, Biology/Human Sciences and Health Professions. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DDM. Acceptable subjects include: Business; Health and Social Care; Public Services. T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications in Education and Childcare; Health; Healthcare Science; Science. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Distinction as a condition of offer. IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 32 or minimum 128 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. We do not accept CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education & Care (Early Years Educator - VRQ). GCSE English Language and Mathematics at Grade C or 4. Equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 in Numeracy and Literacy and Key Skills) are not accepted for this course. IB: Pass the IB Diploma with an overall score of 32, or achieve 128 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK and Channel Islands full-time fee for 2027/28 as stated on the course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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