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Psychology (Forensic and Criminal)

University of Lancashire

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University of Lancashire
UCAS CODE: C8B1

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Preston Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


Course Overview

This course is taught through block learning. Find out more at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/study/block-learningOur BSc (Hons) Psychology (Forensic and Criminal) course will give you a broad understanding of law and the criminal justice system. You'll focus on topics such as detection, prevention and rehabilitation.On our Psychology (Forensic and Criminal) degree you'll learn all about psychology relating to law and the criminal justice system. You'll explore the core areas of the field, as well as a wide range of topics in forensic and criminal psychology. You'll also learn about eyewitness accounts of crime, rehabilitation, domestic violence, lie detection, and crime prevention.You’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in understanding, treating and preventing criminal behaviour. The course will be taught in short, focused blocks to give you a structured and engaging learning experience.


Why study with us

- Learn from a team who not only conduct world-class research but also apply it in real-life forensic psychology settings settings – within the NHS, Prison Service, Victim Services or Police.- Progress to the sector-leading MSc Forensic Psychology course and pursue a career as a Chartered Forensic Psychologist.- You will have the opportunity to learn about expert testimony, eyewitness accounts of crime, rehabilitation, domestic and honour based violence, lie detection, crime prevention and many other areas.


What you'll do

- Learn not just from academics that lead their fields, but a range of guest lecturers who share their own experiences. Previously these have included a criminal classed as ‘Britain’s Most Wanted,’ and a Detective Superintendent who was awarded the Queen’s Police Medal for their role in a high-profile murder investigation.- The core BPS curriculum is taught alongside coverage of the core areas of Forensic Psychology. This leaves the final year available to concentrate your studies upon an in-depth understanding of Forensic Psychology and to undertake a related research project.- You’ll learn through a variety of different approaches including interactive workshops, learning from Forensic Psychologists and probation officers who will share their experiences of working with offenders in prisons and hospitals.


Accreditations

This course is accredited by the BPS, the learned and professional body, incorporated by the Royal Charter, for Psychology in the UK. We will provide you with the breadth and depth of knowledge that allows you to graduate with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) provided you achieve at least a lower second class honours degree.


Future careers

As a Forensic Psychologist you could work in a range of professional settings providing the research evidence to support practice, offering evidence in court, advising parole boards and mental health tribunals.

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Tuition fees

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£ 18,750per year

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University information

University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire

  • University League Table

    90th

  • Campus address

    Preston Campus, Preston, Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2HE, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    85th out of 113 5

    69th out of 118

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    110 51%

    57th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    87th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    47th

    25

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    106 52%

    83rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    19th

    30

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 80%

    34th

    54

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