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Criminology with Psychology

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
University College Birmingham
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Course summary

OVERVIEW
Criminology with Psychology is more than just the study of crime; it is a commitment to understanding and challenging the social harms that affect our communities both locally and globally. We go beyond traditional criminology to explore the broader social, political, and cultural forces that shape our understanding of justice.
By combining criminology with psychology, you will examine the impact of mental health on individuals, the power of positive psychology in overcoming trauma, and delve into the criminal mind through the lens of forensic psychology.
Rooted in our city, the programme connects classroom learning with real-world impact. Through hands-on projects, community engagement, and research, you will actively contribute to shaping safer and more just societies. Through multidisciplinary study, you will develop the skills to become a critical thinker, an ethical practitioner, and an engaged global citizen, ready to tackle social harms ranging from inequality and exploitation to violence and victimisation.
Whether you aspire to shape policy, support vulnerable communities, or work within the criminal justice system, this programme will turn your passion into purpose and support you in creating meaningful change.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • EXPERT TUITION – You will be taught by seasoned criminologists and those with a mixture of industry experience, including policing

  • NO EXAMS – If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many degrees, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course

  • ENRICHMENT – Learn from experts through real-world simulations, workshops, and guest lectures

  • STUDENT-CENTRED - Designed to reflect the real world, the programme is underpinned by diverse and inclusive reading lists and module content

  • MAKE AN IMPACT – Develop a global outlook by exploring issues across cultures, preparing you to make an impact in an increasingly globalised world

  • ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION - In your first year, you will undertake mental health first aid training to gain a certificate to use in your future work opportunities

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:

  • Social science researcher

  • Probation officer

  • Prison officer

  • Youth offending team officer

  • Intelligence analyst

  • Political risk analyst

You could also progress onto one of our postgraduate courses at University College Birmingham.

  • Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

Modules

Full course breakdown, including modules, coming soon.

Assessment method

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This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University College Birmingham

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
M980
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
M980
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
96 points

A level
CCC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM

Access to HE Diploma
D: 15 credits M: 15 credits P: 15 credits

96 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction

T Level
Pass (C and above)

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
Cambridge English AdvancedLevel B2BA/BSc - Minimum 170 with no less than 160 in any skill FdA/FdSc - Minimum 160 with no less than 150 in any skill
IELTS (Academic)BA/BSc - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component FdA/FdSc - Overall score of 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in each component
Institution's Own TestBA/BSc - Overall score of B2 with no less than B2- in in each component FdA/FdSc - Overall score of B2- with no less than B1+ in in each component
To apply for all undergraduate degrees, if your first language is not English, you will need to sit an approved test in English.

UCB English Language Requirementshttp://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/english-language-requirements/english-language-requirements-table.aspx

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).

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

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

UK:
If you are a UK student enrolling on a Foundation Degree or a BA/BSc at University College Birmingham, your fee for this academic year will be £9,250. A half year tuition fee is £4625.
This is a yearly fee, and will increase with inflation in subsequent years (in line with the government’s permitted rise).
If you are an English student studying your first higher education qualification, you can apply for a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans Company. You will not start repaying this loan until you leave the course and are earning over £25,000 a year.
If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, you should apply to Student Finance Wales, Student Finance Northern Ireland, or SAAS. The loans and grants available to you will differ from those available from Student Finance England.
UCB does not charge for 24 or 48 week placements.
More information about UK Fees please go to our website here -
https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/undergraduate-fees/

EU and International:
More information about International Fees please go to our website here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/tuition-fees-and-scholarships.aspx

Clearing contact details

University College Birmingham Admissions

Apply Direct

admissions@ucb.ac.uk

0121 604 1040

Course Clearing information

Additional information

If you've missed out on your entry requirements for a conditional offer, changed your mind about what you want to study, or simply want to expand your choices, then Clearing is for you!

To secure your place with us, get in touch today with our friendly admissions team, who will help you look at your options and tell you all about our free £6,000 for all UK full-time undergraduates starting in September 2026. Not a loan. Not means-tested. No repayment.

Our practical degrees range from nursing and psychology to business, finance, engineering and construction, marketing, food, sport and prosthetics, many of which have placements and no exams. We have also invested £300 million into our facilities to give you the best learning experience.

To secure your place with us, simply call our Clearing hotline on 0121 604 1040. Our team are there to guide you through your application and you can also book onto our Clearing open day on Saturday 15th August. We hope to see you in September!

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