Psychology (Forensic Contexts) (with placement)

Why Psychology (Forensic Contexts) (with placement)?
Our degree is your first step towards becoming a chartered and registered practitioner psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, our degree will give you a broad understanding of psychology and a more specialist understanding of its role in the criminal justice system.

You’ll cover all the British Psychological Society required content, and share modules with Psychology BSc. You have the choice of topic for your assignments, giving you the opportunity to understand how general psychology theories apply to crime. Your second and third year feature bespoke modules focusing on the causes and effects of crime, how psychology can be applied to the criminal justice system, and the roles of forensic psychologists.

Why a placement?
In your second year you’ll have the opportunity to gain professional experience by doing a mini placement, either with an outside organisation or with one of our staff members. Plus, students have the option to complete a full placement year between their second and third years. We have links with many external organisations working with offenders and victims of crime, such as prisons, Victim Support and Circles South West.

Why University of Gloucestershire?

University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study.

Our promises to you

UoG Career Promise – if you are not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching* (*eligibility conditions apply). 
UoG Accommodation Promise – we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at. 
UoG Connections Promise – offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.

Career focused courses

95% of our graduates are in work or further study and courses at UoG are designed in collaboration with industry partners and benefit from the professional experience and expertise of its staff. This approach ensures students gain practical, relevant knowledge that prepares them for real-world careers.

Student life

Home to 11,300 students and 900 staff across four campuses, University of Gloucestershire offers dynamic learning environments on the edge of the Cotswolds, the UK’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With over 45 festivals each year, global business placements nearby and more than 500 bars, clubs and pubs, Cheltenham is known as the ‘Festival Town’, while Gloucester blends rich history with a modern city feel, from its iconic cathedral to its famous docks.

Visit us.

Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all of your questions.

To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.