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- Psychology with Criminology BSc (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Some people commit crime while others lead law abiding lives. Why? On this course you’ll examine the nature of crime, investigating the impact it has on society – and what we can do about it. Choose to study at Plymouth and you’ll get the extra benefit of a course that covers the same topics we’ve developed for community justice professionals – providing you with a perfect start to your future career in a wide range of areas, from psychology to community justice.-
Gain insight into life as a community justice professional– you’ll study the same topics as professionals working in probation, policing, youth justice, community safety and victim services.-
Kick start your career– as a successful graduate, you’ll be eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society, putting you on track to a career in professional psychology.-
Expand your horizons and experiencewith opportunities for international exchange and a year studying abroad (in Year 2).-
Enhance your employabilityand grow your professional network by applying for an optional placement year.-
Develop your skills as a scientistworking alongside leading researchers with the Research Apprentice Scheme.-
Draw on cutting edge researchacross the social sciences to examine the nature of crime and explore the workings of the criminal justice system.-
Shape your own study pathwith an exciting range of topics available through lectures, optional courses and project supervision.-
Benefit from studying on a course that the Research Assessment Exercise rates as excellent for researchand the Quality Assurance Agency praises for its quality of education.-
Make the most of our specialist facilities– we’ve got 22 labs to choose from, including a virtual reality laboratory with 3D modelling software, sound-proof cubicles with a range of stimulus equipment and computer laboratories. You'll be able to get your hands on everything you need for your own research.-
Complement your formal learningwith regular Peer Assisted Learning Scheme (PALS) sessions that provide the opportunity for you to learn with and from your peers. Share knowledge, discuss ideas, and ask questions in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Application deadline
29 January
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£ 18,100per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Scottish Advanced Higher
- UCAS Points
- Access to HE Diploma
- Extended Project
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
University information

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University League Table
65th
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Campus address
Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, England
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