Criminology and Psychology

Explore the fascinating world of crime, the criminal mind and deviant behaviour. Examine different and sometimes contradictory views on the psychology behind the choices we make.

• 4th in the UK for Criminology (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2026)

• Accredited by the British Psychological Society

• Study abroad opportunities in Brazil, Canada or China

• Home to The Institute of Criminal Justice Research (ICJR)

Join a unique programme combining the world-class research-led teaching you expect from a Russell Group University and accreditation from the British Psychological Society, a hallmark of quality to employers.

You’ll gain the research skills you need to answer complex questions such as: why do people commit crimes? Can anything be done to prevent it? How should offenders be punished? With a thorough psychologically informed understanding of criminal behaviour.

Your modules will be underpinned by up-to-date research from the Institute of Criminal Justice which will support you to understand the relationship between criminal justice scholarship, and policy, and practice. With a research-led approach, you will graduate with the skills you need to impact change in the field of criminology and psychology.

Specialist modules and career-enhancing employability workshops will help you steer your degree to a range of professional careers opening the door to further research, or careers in public service, psychology, criminal justice and beyond. You can also gain work placements within the prison, probation, or the police, service.