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Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year)

Bournemouth University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Focusing on current research and practice, this course covers psychological theories and processes within the criminal justice system and will give you an in-depth understanding of the UK criminal investigation process. Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings. Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues. Graduate with research skills and methods to investigate human behaviour and cognitive processes within the criminal justice system . Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice. Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff. Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 18,700per year

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University information

Bournemouth University

  • University League Table

    72nd

  • Campus address

    Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, Poole, BH12 5BB, England

Opportunity of a work placement on all undergraduate courses and most postgraduate courses.
Home to the UK's only Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP).
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Subject rankings

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    20th out of 53 7

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    16th out of 36 2

  • Entry standards

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    115 61%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    19th

    12
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.91 73%

    49th

    10
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    109 50%

    99th

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    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    33rd

    10
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

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  • Entry standards

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    113 53%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    19th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.88 72%

    32nd

    6

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