For evening learners in central London, BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation is listed at Holborn only. The foundation year builds the academic skills and subject knowledge you need before the joint degree begins. After that, the university points to offender motivation, crime prevention and punishment, power and the state, and forensic psychology applied to criminal investigations. Media and digital culture are explored too, through a module on how contemporary media shapes views of crime. The next intake is December 2026. Foundation entry asks for 45 credits at Level 3 completed within the last three years; otherwise two years of professional work experience, shown through a CV and reference, may be considered. Adults who left school early but are drawn to justice work often start here. AF Education offers England-resident UK home students free help with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BA (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Evening
- Location
- At the Holborn campus in London
- Upcoming intake
- December 2026
- Foundation year
- Yes — included in this course title
- Awarding university
- Arden University
- Partner pathway
- ARDEN
Who this course is for
This suits mature students and career changers who want BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology but need a foundation year before degree-level study.
Entry routes for mature students
Foundation-year entry is at least 45 credits at Level 3 completed within the last three years, or equivalent. Without these, at least two years of professional work experience evidenced with a CV and reference may be considered. AF Education will confirm the evidence you need.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
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How often you study
Full-time evening study is listed at Holborn in London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The degree aims to build knowledge and transferable skills valued across related roles.
Course overview from Arden University
Explore criminological issues through a psychological lens with our BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation Year joint degree. The foundation year equips you with the academic skills and subject knowledge needed for success at the university level, ensuring you’re ready to tackle your degree with confidence.
Studying criminology and psychology offers a unique perspective on crime, allowing you to explore the psychological underpinnings of why people offend. This multidisciplinary approach provides fresh insights into the motivations and behaviours of offenders.
During the course, you'll explore the ins and outs of the criminal justice system and what motivated notorious serial killers like Ian Huntley and Peter Sutcliffe, taking an in-depth look at crime, punishment, and prevention.
Career focussed skills
- Gain expertise in crime, state power, and criminal justice, alongside factors influencing behaviour, building your ability to provide interventions and support.
- Gain insights into human behaviour through examination of personality, development, and social psychology theories, developing analytical skills.
- Investigate causes and consequences of crime, and examine high-profile cases through a forensic psychologist's lens, refining your operational and strategic decision-making abilities.
- Look at global criminal justice processes whilst exploring key theories and research that shape policy and practice, fostering critical evaluation skills.
Just some of the fascinating modules you’ll study on this course include:
Social Psychology
Explore how social elements shape personal choices and behaviours. Apply these insights to real-world scenarios, like understanding bystanders in crimes, the dynamics of joining extremist groups, and the role of attitudes and personality as prerequisites to criminal behaviour.
Crimes of the Powerful
Examine state-driven and state-corporate illegal activities, from police brutality to corporate corruption. Investigate hidden aspects of criminology through cases like genocide and white-collar crime, shedding light on the dynamics of power.
Forensic Psychology
Apply psychological theories to criminal investigations and understand the problems and processes related to criminal offending behaviours and rehabilitation. Analyse high-profile cases like Ted Bundy through the lens of a forensic psychologist, evaluating the factors that led to such crimes.
Crime, Media, and Culture
Examine how contemporary media has influenced true crime, giving new levels of visibility to crime through ‘citizen journalism’ and ‘trial by media.’ Analyse the digital era’s impact on crime, covering online sex crimes, image-based sexual abuse, and internet activism.
How this course differs
This page is BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation at Arden University: Bachelors, with a foundation year, Full Time (Evening), at Holborn (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.
| Course | University | Level | Foundation year | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation this page | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Evening | Holborn (London) |
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London) |
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Full Time · Evening | Holborn (London) |
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Level 5 | No | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London) |
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | No | Part Time · Online | Online |
| BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation | Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) | Bachelors | Yes | Full Time · Weekday | Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Stratford (London) |
BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation
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Holborn
Buchanan House, 4th floor, 30 Holborn, London, EC1N 2LX
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Entry Requirements for Arden University (Foundation Year)
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FAQs about this course
Is a foundation year included?
Yes. This course includes a foundation year before the main degree stages.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Evening (full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Are there other timetables for this course?
This foundation course is evening study at Holborn. AF Education can compare it with other courses before you apply.
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