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Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons)

Aberystwyth University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site (Aberystwyth)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The interrelated subjects of Psychology and Criminology (CM89) are combined so that you can benefit from the theoretical perspectives of crime with sociology, philosophy and psychology in mind. You will study the brain, the mind and behaviour to discover the reasons why people commit crime and the social-cultural repercussions of crime. In studying Psychology and Criminology you will acquire a wide range of the skills and knowledge that employers are increasingly seeking.A degree in Psychology and Criminology will prepare you for a range of careers, and access to wide range of further training opportunities, including: Clinical, Educational, Occupational, Sports and Exercise Psychology, Psychotherapy and Counselling, Social Work, Health Care, Human Resources, Careers Advisory Service, Marketing, Publishing, Advertising.From the moment you arrive at the Aberystwyth Law School, we will work with you to build on your skills and experience to enhance your career prospects. During your time with us you will have the opportunity to get the job experience within the institutions such as like County Council, and NHS Wales as a part of your third year module ‘Employability Skills for Professionals, which is an amazing opportunity to learn more about the industry sector and network with the potential future employers.You will have an opportunity to undertake a work placement or internship through the AberForward scheme, which is a paid internship within Aberystwyth University. As well as take a Year in Employment (YES) placement, which is a year-long paid internship within the external industries between your second and third year. We have a dedicated team within the Career Department to advice and help you during both your application period and during your placement.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 20,715per year

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University information

Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Aberystwyth University, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Wales, SY23 3FL, Wales

Aberystwyth's high-quality teaching, incredible location, and inclusive and welcoming community attracts students from over 100 different countries.
The university has a dedicated International Student Adviser who offers professional, specialised and regulated advice on study visas and graduate visas.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    78th out of 118 4

    54th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    125 59%

    70th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    49.0 49%

    111th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    18th

    11
  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    126 61%

    39th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    42nd

    15
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.99 75%

    54th

    48

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