Psychology with Criminology (with Foundation Year)

Delve deep inside the human mind to uncover the root causes of crime in this fascinating Psychology with Criminology degree course.

You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the way our minds work by getting hands-on in our Brain Stimulation Lab, studying human responses to sounds in our Eye-Tracking Lab and learning more about infant development in our Baby Lab.

You’ll also study the theoretical and policy issues that can turn people to crime and explore global issues such as cybercrime and dementia through a combination of cutting-edge research and industry-standard facilities.

The foundation year equips you with essential scientific knowledge and study skills you need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into our degree programmes.

Why study at Hull?

• Unique facilities: Bring theory to life in our industry-standard facilities, including our Replica Crime Scene Facility – we’re one of the few universities to have one on campus

• Transferable skills: Develop in-demand skills that apply to a broad spectrum of careers in psychology and criminology.

• Expert guidance: Get industry-relevant knowledge from professional psychologists and criminologists on a course with strong links to criminal justice agencies and the private sector.

Where could this take me?

The type of skills you’ll develop on this degree, such as analytics and problem-solving abilities and experience in research, are in demand with a wide range of employers. You could be a counsellor or psychologist in a clinical or forensic field or work as a prison, probation or victim support officer. You could also consider a career as a teacher, marketer, or HR professional in the public or private sectors with this qualification.

Core modules include:

Exploring Social Psychology
Personality and Intelligence in Focus
Applied Social Psychology
Research Skills
Assessing Individual Differences
Cognition and Development
Brain and Behaviour

Optional modules include:

Terrorism and Cybersecurity
Radicalisation, Activism and Religion
Drug Use Today
Contemporary Imprisonment
Criminal Psychology

Foundation modules include:

Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
Foundation in Data Analysis
Introduction to Psychology
Foundation Mathematics
Introduction to Biological Sciences

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.

Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

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

• British Psychological Society