Students will build in-depth knowledge of the research, theory and practice, covering topics such as the causes of crime, rehabilitation process and new ideas in criminology. They will work towards a piece of independent research in an area that interests them. Industry-active tutors will give them high levels of support and ensure learning remains current.
Volunteering is a key extra-curricular activity and students will have opportunity to make the most of this via annual Volunteer Fair. University of Cumbria's close ties with the Police, numerous businesses and professional bodies will help fast track their job hunt.
This course will supply students with a skill set to pursue a professional career in psychology or a criminology based role. They may decide to work directly with offenders in a probation, prison or community-based setting, or, focus on the needs of victims. They will also be ideally placed to pursue specialist clinical psychology training or postgraduate criminology research.
In this course students will:
- Develop a critical insight into the work of the criminal justice system in bringing offenders to justice.
- Develop robust research skills in psychology with a focus on crime.
- Have the opportunity and be supported in volunteering in criminology related fields, providing excellent job prospects.
- Be accredited by The British Psychological Society.
