Psychology with Forensic Investigation

Focusing on current research and practice, this course covers psychological theories and processes within the criminal justice system and will give you an in-depth understanding of the UK criminal investigation process.

Why study BA (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation at BU?

• Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings.

• Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues.

• Graduate with research skills and methods to investigate human behaviour and cognitive processes within the criminal justice system.

• Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice.

• Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff.

• Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023).

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• British Psychological Society