Forensic psychology looks at the relationships between brain and criminal behaviour, how social groups interact and how human beings learn and develop. It also examines the treatment of offenders and the impact of crime on the broader community. They'll be able to gain valuable experience with the opportunity for work-based practice or observation.
Students will acquire a broad foundation of knowledge around key theories and ideas of psychological science, critically analyse historic perspectives and contemporary issues, and explore the social nature of crime and deviance. Choosing from a range of option modules, they'll be able to tailor their studies to their own interests and aspirations.
This is one of the few courses in the UK to offer a specialist forensic psychology qualification. This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Students will be eligible for Graduate Membership and the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership; this is the first step towards being a chartered psychologist. This course has a sandwich year option which takes place between Year 2 and the Final Year. During this sandwich year students will take a placement within a relevant setting, ensuring they gain essential experience to add to their CV and help them secure a graduate job. This degree will help students build a career as a forensic psychologist or in a complementary sector, such as the police force, community rehabilitation settings, and/or legal services.
