Psychology with Criminology [with Foundation Year]

Explore the fascinating realms of psychology and criminology on our joint honours degree, with hands-on experience in our £45m Science Centre.

How do our thoughts and feelings dictate our actions? And is there such a thing as the criminal mind?

These are interesting questions, and psychology and criminology are equally interesting fields. You maybe intrigued by both, and wondering which area to specialise in. If that’s the case, our British Psychological Society accredited degree is perfect for you.

We start by looking at the main principles of psychology and criminology. Then, in Years 2 and 3, our optional modules give you the freedom to explore your own interests in more depth – and define your future career path.

Why ARU?

• Our degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society and delivered in our world-class Science Centre with dedicated Psychology labs

• Gain unique experiences at live trials at the Crown Court and the Old Bailey

• Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with regional employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving

• Explore world-leading research with 98% of our Psychology research being recognised as internationally significant (REF 2023)

• We offer support with the cost of living, and Psychology courses deliver compressed teaching across three days of the week, freeing your time for work experience

• Study abroad opportunities

Course Modules

Year 1

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

• Information and Communication Technology

• Critical Thinking

• Maths for Scientists

• Intercultural Studies

• Ethics

• Biology: Physiology

• Psychology

Year 2

• Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Criminology (30 credits)

• The Psychology of Everyday Life (15 credits)

• Becoming a Researcher (30 credits)

• Clinical and Health Psychology (15 credits)

• Criminal Justice in England and Wales (15 credits)

• Into ARU

Year 3

• Research in Action: Statistical Thinking (15 credits)

• Research in Action: Qualitative Methods and Psychology in Practice (15 credits)

• Social Psychology: Development and Difference (30 credits)

• Brain, Body and Mind (30 credits)

• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

• Intoxicants and Intoxication (15 credits) *

• Revolving Doors: Punishment and Rehabilitation (15 credits) *

• Diagnosis and Formulation in Mental Health (15 credits) *

Year 4

• Forensic Psychology (15 credits)

• Criminology in Policy and Practice (15 credits)

• Psychology Project (30 credits)

• Psychological Assessment (15 credits) *

• Cognitive Neuroscience (15 credits) *

• Stress and Stress Management (15 credits) *

• Exploitation, Trafficking and Sexual Violence (15 credits) *

• Youth, Crime and Aggression (15 credits) *

• Investigative Psychology (15 credits) *

• Psychology in the Workplace (15 credits) *

• Sex, Sexuality and Gender (15 credits) *

• Culture and Health (15 credits) *

• Concepts of Good and Evil (15 credits) *

• Comparative and Global Criminal Justice (15 credits) *

• Organised Crime (15 credits) *

• The Neuroscience of Self (15 credits) *

• Atypical Development (15 credits) *

• Groups in Conflict: Social Psychological Issues (15 credits) *

• Psychological Therapies (15 credits) *

• Cyberpsychology (15 credits) *

*optional

Throughout the course, we’ll use a range of assessment methods to measure your progress. These include written and practical exams, essays, research reports, oral presentations and lab reports. You’ll also write a dissertation (major project) on a subject of your choice.

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

• British Psychological Society