BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology at University of Greater Manchester

Are you interested in the psychological aspects of criminological and forensic psychology? Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree is a dynamic course that reflects contemporary approaches to understanding offending behaviour and victim support.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4.5 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, foundation year route available  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (a mix of compulsory and optional) include Academic Language and Skills 5, Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology, Cognitive and Biopsychological Perspectives, Understanding the Person, Contemporary Issues in Psychology, Application of Psychology, Introduction to Applied Forensic Psychology, Research Methods in Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Biopsychology, Social and Critical Psychology, Personality and Developmental Psychology, Psychology of Law and Justice, The Honours Project, among others.

Career pathways

By undertaking this qualification, you'll have the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills relevant to careers such as work in prisons and secure units, the police force, specialist hospitals, court systems, forensic services, immigration, education and private practice. This course's scientific and research elements also support roles in research and academia.

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