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Criminal Pyschology
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Awarded by:
- Wrexham University (Prifysgol Wrecsam)
Course summary
Explore the psychology of crime with our dynamic BSc Criminal Psychology degree. Blending psychology and criminology, this course examines what drives offending behaviour and how society responds.
You Will:
Gain a BPS-accredited psychology degree with a specialist focus on forensic psychology and criminology
Engage with specialist topics that explore the psychological and social factors influencing crime, trauma, and justice practices
Develop your research skills through a structured pathway, leading to a final-year research project on a topic of your choice
Be part of an innovative, interdisciplinary course designed to meet the growing demand for professionals who understand both human behaviour and crime
Study in an inclusive, supportive environment with the option to complete assessments in Welsh
Key Course Features:
Experience the realities of criminal justice through visits to settings such as prisons, courts, and community agencies
Utilise hands-on facilities including a dedicated psychology lab, purpose-built moot court, simulated crime scene house, and a mock custody suite
Gain valuable perspectives from expert lecturers and guest speakers, including judges, police, probation officers, and youth justice professionals
Learn how psychological theory applies directly to real-world criminal justice issues, from offender rehabilitation to public protection
Benefit from a trauma-informed approach embedded throughout the curriculum, reflecting the university’s institutional commitment
Delve into our Annual Psychology Enrichment Week which will provide you with opportunities to develop key transferrable skills, and network with leaders in the field. The BPS described the event as an opportunity for students and staff to network and develop essential transferable skills, including psychology literacy, useful for their academic and personal growth
Modules
Please refer to the information here: https://wrexham.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate-courses/criminal-psychology/#panel2
Assessment method
Please refer to the information here: https://wrexham.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate-courses/criminal-psychology/#panel4
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CP26
- Institution code:
- G53
- Campus name:
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Campus Code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 - 112 points
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £12750 | Year 1 |
| International | £12750 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
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