Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons) in Bradford combines the British Psychological Society curriculum with criminological theories on crime, victims, social structures and the criminal justice system. Course notes stress applying theory to real-world debates and building research design and analysis skills so you can run your own research. Workplace learning includes once-a-semester employability weeks with input from West Yorkshire Police, criminologists, clinical and educational psychologists and others. The university states BPS accreditation and describes the degree as a first step towards becoming a forensic psychologist, which needs later postgraduate training. People working in youth services, probation support or security often consider it. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- BSc (Hons) (Bachelors)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the Bradford campus
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University of Bradford International College
- Partner pathway
- OIEG
Who this course is for
This suits adults who want an undergraduate degree in this subject, including career changers and returners to education.
Entry routes for mature students
Year One entry includes two A levels at grades A*–D, three A levels at grades D–E, one A level (A*–D) with two AS levels (A–D), three AS levels at grades A*–C, or a completed UK Foundation from a recognised institution. AF Education confirms the exact requirements.
Funding with Student Finance England
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How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed in Bradford. 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 University of Bradford International College
Overview
This new degree combines the fields of psychology and criminology. Through scientific study, staff expertise from both areas work together to integrate insights from both disciplines.
It not only covers the curriculum recommended by the British Psychological Society (BPS), through which you will develop an understanding of the individual, but also engages with criminological theories exploring crime, victims, societal structures and the operation of the criminal justice system. For example, you will explore internal human motivation, development, and mental processes.
The course places particular emphasis on applying theoretical knowledge to practical, real world issues and controversies. You will examine current psychological-criminological debates by developing research design and analysis skills, allowing you to conduct your own research. This means you will develop expertise to match your future career goals: going onto phase 1 of becoming a forensic psychologist or working within the criminal justice system.
Therefore, the course also aims to further develop your intellectual and transferable employability skills, for example, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and problem solving.
Examples of workplace learning
Psychology at Bradford involves opportunities to be mentored by professionals in mental health who will guide your aspirations to work in this area, right from the first year of study.
These include once-a-semester week-long intensive employability weeks with input from the West Yorkshire Police, criminologists, admissions tutors, clinical psychologists, a local educational psychologist, a psychological wellbeing practitioner, and a range of businesses keen to attract psychology and criminology professionals.
Professional accreditation
This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons) is available at Bradford. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons)
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Bradford
Bradford, West Yorkshire BD7 1DP UK
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Entry Requirement for University of Bradford International College
Foundation/Year Zero 5 GCSE/IGCSE at grades A*-E or Two GCE A levels (grades E) or Three GCE AS levels (grades D-E) Year One Two GCE A levels (grades A *– D) Three…
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FAQs about this course
Where is the course taught?
Study is listed at Bradford.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekday (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.
Is the course BPS-accredited?
Course notes state British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation. Becoming a forensic psychologist also needs postgraduate training.
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