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Criminology with Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)

University of Leicester

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 - 4 Years

Course summary

What causes criminal behaviour? How does psychology inform our understandings of crime, criminality, and criminal justice? This degree will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the basics of criminology, and explores how psychology can be applied to the criminal justice system and the law.Our Criminology with Forensic Psychology BSc offers an exciting opportunity to study fundamental criminological theory and concepts, and allows you to gain a detailed understanding of the role of forensic psychology in both research and practice.You will study Introduction to Forensic Psychology in the first year, alongside three other core modules, which focus on theories of crime, criminal justice, and victims of crime. The first year of the degree gives you the foundational knowledge and academic skills that you need to progress into the second and final years.In the second year, you will explore the use of forensic psychology in investigative and legal criminal justice settings, alongside modules in Punishment and Rehabilitation and research methods. In the third year, you will take Using Psychology in Secure Settings and Criminal Justice and Mental Disorder, alongside modules that prepare you for the completion of your Student Research Project. In your final year, you will also have the opportunity to tailor your degree with a range of option modules..Leicester ranks 8th in the UK for teaching Criminology (The Guardian University ´óÏó´«Ã½ 2024). We are one of very few Schools in the country exclusively dedicated to teaching and researching criminology, and we are home to some of the UK’s leading criminologists. As such, you will benefit from a pure, focused and definitive education in the study of crime. Our strong performance in the National Student Survey since it began in 2005 reflects the popularity of the course among our students, as well as the dedication of the academic staff.In the School of Criminology our research expertise feeds directly into our teaching, providing innovative and exciting content, as well as keeping you abreast of current debates on crime and criminal justice. Our award-winning research has real impact in wider society, and it influences policy and practice within the UK and beyond. Our research strengths include:Desistance and rehabilitationDomestic violenceForensic scienceHate crimeInvestigative psychologyPolicingPrisonsSex workIt is important to note that this course is not accredited by the British Psychological Society. You can find out more about accredited courses from the British Psychological Society website.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 18,200per year

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University information

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, England

A popular choice for international students, with an alumni community from over 100 countries, sharing their cultures with each other.
Leicester is in the centre of England with great transport links, making it easy to explore the whole country while studying at the university.
Want to explore further afield? Leicester has great European links – with one change of train, Leicester students can be in Paris by lunchtime.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    45th out of 118 8

    24th out of 101 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    127 59%

    63rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    55th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    89th

    5
  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    125 61%

    43rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    26th

    11
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    22nd

    13

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