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BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology

Arden University

Why people offend, and how the justice system responds, sits at the centre of the BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology listed here as a Level 5 (year 2) entry. The two subjects are integrated equally: notes cover deviant and criminal behaviour, state power, personality, development and social psychology, and crime prevention and punishment. Because you join in year 2, completed Level 4 study worth 120 credits, or a relevant HNC or CertHE, is normally needed first. The next intake is December 2026. This is not a first-year start and not a single-honours psychology award. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.

Key facts

Award / level
BA (Hons) (Level 5)
Study mode
Full time
Schedule options
Weekday
Location
Upcoming intake
December 2026
Year 2 entry
Yes — starts at Level 5; applicants normally need completed Level 4 study (120 credits) or equivalent (e.g. relevant HNC or CertHE)
Foundation year
Not included in this course title
Awarding university
Arden University
Partner pathway
ARDEN

Who this course is for

This suits students who have completed relevant Level 4 study and want to join BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology in year 2.

Entry routes for mature students

This course starts at Level 5 (year 2). Entry normally needs completed Level 4 study worth 120 credits in a relevant subject, or an equivalent such as a relevant HNC or CertHE. AF Education confirms whether your previous study is accepted before you apply.

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. If you used student finance for earlier study, that can affect what you can borrow, so we check your position first.

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How often you study

Full-time weekday study is listed in Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester. 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.

Year 2 entry or the Level 4 start?

This page is the Level 5 (year 2) entry to the BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology. The Level 4 start of the same degree begins in year 1 and asks for A levels and GCSEs or relevant work experience instead of earlier university-level study. Joining at Level 5 means you study Levels 5 and 6 only, so it typically takes 2 years to the degree rather than 3. You graduate with the same honours award; the difference is where you start, and here the joint degree gives equal weight to criminology and psychology, looking at why people offend and how the criminal justice system responds.

Who can join in year 2

Arden's Level 5 entry requirements ask for completed Level 4 study worth 120 credits in a relevant subject, or an equivalent such as a relevant HNC or CertHE, with supporting evidence of prior learning. Level 4 credit in criminology, psychology, social science or a related HNC is the natural fit for this route. AF Education confirms with Arden whether your previous study is accepted before you apply. This route is for UK home students living in England.

Student Finance when you have studied before

Previous study changes how many years of Tuition Fee Loan you get. GOV.UK says the number of years is normally the length of your current course plus 1 year, minus the number of years of previous study, and even a short time on a course counts as a year; any years left are applied to the final years of the course (source: GOV.UK). For a 2-year year 2 entry after one year of earlier higher education study, that works out as 2 + 1 − 1 = 2 years. The full-time Tuition Fee Loan for 2026/27 is up to £9,790, and a Maintenance Loan is up to £14,135 at the London campuses or up to £10,830 if you live away from home outside London (source: GOV.UK). AF Education can check your previous study before you apply.

Your weekday daytime week

Year 2 entry runs on a weekday daytime timetable at London (Ealing and Holborn and Stratford), Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds. The next intake is December 2026. Campus courses like this typically need 1 to 2 campus days a week at about 2 to 4 hours a day, plus independent study, and your exact timetable is confirmed by Arden before you enrol.

Course overview from Arden University

Explore criminological issues through a psychological lens with our BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology joint degree. The programme equally integrates both disciplines, providing you with a profound understanding of deviant and criminal behaviour. As you delve into the influences and management of such conduct, you will acquire modern skills crucial for fulfilling roles within the criminal justice field.

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 at Arden University: Level 5, no foundation year, Full Time (Weekday), at Birmingham, Ealing (London), Holborn (London), Leeds, Manchester, Stratford (London). Other versions with the same title are listed below so you can pick the right one.

CourseUniversityLevelFoundation yearModeCampus
BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology this page 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 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) 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 Arden University (Partner: ARDEN) Bachelors Yes Full Time · Evening Holborn (London)

BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology is available at Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester. Campus details and map links are below.

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Entry Requirements for Arden University (Level 5 / Year 2 entry)

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FAQs about this course

Which year do I join?

Year 2. This course starts at Level 5, so you need relevant Level 4 study first.

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.

Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?

No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.

Can I join year 2 of Criminology and Psychology with an HNC or CertHE?

Often, yes, if it is relevant. Arden asks for 120 Level 4 credits in a relevant subject or an equivalent such as a relevant HNC or CertHE, with evidence of prior learning. AF Education checks with Arden before you apply.

How long does year 2 entry to Criminology and Psychology take?

Typically 2 years full-time, because you start at Level 5 and complete Levels 5 and 6. The Level 4 start of the same degree typically takes 3 years.

How many years of Tuition Fee Loan will I get after previous study?

GOV.UK's normal rule is course length plus 1 year, minus years of previous study, with part years counting as a full year. For example, one earlier year of study on a 2-year course leaves 2 years of Tuition Fee Loan.

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