BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology at University of Southampton

Explore the fascinating worlds of crime, the criminal mind and deviant behaviour. Examine the different, and sometimes contradictory, views on the psychology behind our nature and the choices we make. These are complementary subjects, which often feature in the media and popular culture.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each year, you’ll study modules in both criminology and psychology, and specialised modules that span both disciplines. You’ll take 8 modules per year, which consist of contact time (lectures, seminars, workshops), preparation for classes, and independent study. In years 2 and 3, you can choose optional modules from related disciplines or other faculties.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including central and local government careers and counselling services, commercial and industrial companies, financial organisations, human resources departments, legal firms and organisations providing advice, local and national government, marketing companies, the media. Careers directly related to the course include education mental health practitioner, educational psychologist, forensic psychologist, occupational psychologist, clinical psychologist, community development worker, crime scene investigator, police officer.

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