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Criminological and Forensic Psychology

Course details
  • 2 Study options
  • Undergraduate
Course location
University of Greater Manchester Main Site, Bolton

Course summary

Are you interested in the psychological aspects of criminological and forensic psychology? Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree is a dynamic course that reflects contemporary approaches to understanding offending behaviour and victim support.

The University of Greater Manchester's forward-thinking BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree brings this fascinating discipline to life both in and away from the classroom by offering you an array of innovative and practical learning opportunities. Studying in our well-respected, vibrant learning and research culture allows you to develop an in-depth understanding of offending behaviour from both offender and victim perspectives.

Our supportive and experienced team will help you gain a strong foundation in the theories and practice of psychology, focusing on forensic theories, including aggression, sexual offending, terrorism and offending behaviour. We'll also lead you in exploring legal and court psychology, including interviewing techniques used by the police and issues around court testimony.

As a graduate of this course, you'll be well prepared to pursue further study and careers in a variety of areas, including the prison service, health, police, probation service, victim support and services targeting families of offenders or victims. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, our course enables you, on achievement of the required grade, to progress to further professional qualifications and employment as a registered psychologist.

Modules

Visit our website

Information about the modules offered as part of this course is available on the University of Greater Manchester's website.

https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/courses?search=PSY003

Professional bodies

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

  • British Psychological Society

How to apply

Application codes

Institution code:
B44

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 112

Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3.

You should also have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.

You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/courses?search=PSY003

Additional entry requirements

Other
Please note that this course is subject to the University's Fitness to Practice declaration.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent).

https://greatermanchester.ac.uk/international/international-general-entry-requirements

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9790*
EU & International£17500*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

For details of part-time course fees, please visit the University of Greater Manchester's website.

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