Criminology and Psychology

Overview

Studying Criminology and Psychology in combination allows you to develop an understanding of the intersections between two subjects that occupy a similar societal and psychological space. You’ll uncover how facets of the human psyche impact criminal behaviour as you explore the worlds of forensic and clinical psychology and the responses of the legal and criminal justice systems.

The joint honours course utilises lectures, seminars, and placements to deliver a theoretical and practical educational environment. Students graduate with academic knowledge and real-world experience that will support a wide variety of career opportunities.

Key features

• Welcoming, friendly community of students and lecturers, including the Worcester Psychology Society, with guest speakers, group trips, social nights and a mentoring scheme

• You will be able to engage with and draw upon a range of intellectual and critical processes in decisions you make in everyday practice

• Develop an understanding of the legal framework and criminal justice responses to crime

• Wide choice of specialist modules and types of assessment (including practicals, exams, interviews and mock research)

Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

At Worcester, small class sizes, supportive tutors, and professionally focused courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

• University of the Year finalist in the Times Higher Education Awards 2025.

• First in the UK for sustained employment, further study or both, from any multidisciplinary university – Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2017 to 2025.

• First in the UK for quality education – Joint 1st in the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings 2025.

Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

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