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Psychology and Criminology (with Foundation Year)

Cardiff Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Cardiff Met - Llandaff

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    02-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Challenge your view on crime through the application of psychology

This is a four-year programme that includes a year of foundational study and leads directly into the degree course. Our foundation year offers the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence, before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.The BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology offers an excellent grounding in two broad and related disciplines. Building on the strength of our accredited psychology degree, this new course provides you with the understanding of how individuals are shaped by biology and social settings, and you will be able to articulate this within the context of crime and societal change.In psychology, you will study processes underpinning thinking, reasoning, and social interactions. In criminology, you will learn about the role of criminal justice theory, theories of crime and how these relate to policy and practice.You will have access to global exchange and volunteering opportunities throughout your studies to enhance your CV and maximise your career prospects.You will also have access to a suite of facilities and labs including a Tobii eye tracker, Biosemi EEG, and Crime House.The foundation year will be relevant to:- Students who aspire to enrol onto the first year of a social science-based honours degree programme within the Cardiff School of Health Sciences, who have not achieved the standard entry requirements to enter at year one of the chosen degree.- Students who have not studied subjects that provide the necessary background within the scientific disciplines required to enter at year one of the chosen degree.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    66th

  • Campus address

    Cardiff Metropolitan University, Student Recruitment & Admissions, Western Avenue, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF5 2YB, Wales

Cardiff Met is home to 1,200 international students from over 130 countries.
International students are valued and respected for the unique experiences and views they bring to university life.
A University of Sanctuary, Cardiff Met creates a safe and welcoming space for asylum seekers, refugees and migrants, supporting them to reach their potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    67th out of 118 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    129 59%

    50th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    53.0 53%

    111th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.20 80%

    25th

    36

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