BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology at University of Sunderland

You’ll be taught by experienced lecturers who are active researchers and practitioners in forensic psychology. They’ll guide you through real-life issues, using up-to-date research and case studies. This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). If you graduate with at least a 2:2 degree, you’ll gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, which is the first step to becoming a professional Forensic Psychologist.

Department: Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore the fascinating link between psychology and the criminal justice system to understand why people commit crimes and how we can support them through rehabilitation. You’ll study the five core areas of psychology as set out by the British Psychological Society (BPS), learning how the mind works and how this knowledge applies in real-world forensic settings. You’ll look at topics like violent and serious offending, risk assessment, and how forensic psychologists support the police, courts, and prisons.

Career pathways

Psychology gives you skills that are useful in many careers. Some of our graduates go on to study forensic psychology at postgraduate level and become Chartered Forensic Psychologists. Others work in settings such as prisons, secure hospitals, probation services, courts, and rehabilitation centres. Whether you want to work in criminal justice, support mental health, or apply psychology in a different way, this course gives you strong knowledge, practical experience, and transferable skills to build your future.

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