BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology (Metropolitan)

By QA Higher Education

Description

Unravel the debates surrounding the causes of crime from the perspectives of both sociology and psychology in this programme taught by expert staff. The combination of criminology and psychology will give you an expertise in theories and approaches from both disciplines, allowing you to critically evaluate the causes and effects of crime and deviant behaviour. Gain a solid grounding in developmental, social and cognitive psychology, as well as study how the individual develops through infancy, childhood and early adult life, the development of personality, social factors that influence behaviour, and the development of perception and human thought.

Intakes

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Entry Requirements

From Level 3 BTEC(112 New UCAS Points) or Minimal 12 Classes Certificate or Baccalaureate Diploma and English Certificate equivalent IELTS 5.5 or Functional Skills English Level 2 or minimal 8 at English Baccalaureate Test(if you have English as one of the subjects) or English Linguistic Competencies with B2 on: Writing, Speaking, Reading, Listening. If you don't have any English certificate, you can apply and we can advise you how you can achieve it or you can have an internal English Test at the University. If you are not sure apply and we will design for you a path to achieve it.

Entry Required Documents

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Copy of Transcript of Results

This can be avoided in certain situations. One of our operators will call you to find out if it is mandatory or not.

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Personal Statement

A personal statement is an essay that the student must write to apply to study at the university. Its purpose is to summarise your skills and experience and help you gain a place at your desired course. It must include the name of the university and the name of the course. You have to mention why are you applying to this particular university and what do you hope to achieve after the course, career wise. A well written personal statement will help you stand out in the crowd and secure you a place at your dream university. You can follow a specific guide to answer to some expected questions, however, you must not mention them in the essay. Have a clear, cursive structure and write a minimum of 500 words.

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Qualification

For the students who want to apply for Foundation Year, they can apply with 12 Classes Certificate, for EU students. For UK qualification from Level 3 BTEC(112 New UCAS Points). If you are not sure apply and we will design for you a path to achieve it because for mature students we have 'New Beginnings' Programmes or other funded alternative courses.

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Copy of ID

You need to upload one of the documents: National ID or a valid Passport(expiring date not early than 6 months)

Assessment Methods

  • INTERNAL ENGLISH TEST if you don't have an English accredited certificate

Modules

Year 1
  • Cognitive and Developmental Psychology
  • Introduction to criminological and sociological theory
  • Introduction to Criminological Theory
  • Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
  • Personality and Social Psychology
Year 2
  • Crime in Context
  • Crime, Media and Technology
  • Developmental Psychology and Cognition
  • Individual Differences and Social Psychology
  • Measuring and Interpreting Crime
  • Perspectives on Policing
Year 3
  • Clinical and Health Psychology
  • Cognition and Emotion
  • Counseling Psychology
  • Crime Control and Penology
  • Criminological Research Practice
  • Criminology Project
  • Criminology Work Experience
  • Forensic Psychology

Your career

A combined degree in criminology and psychology is useful in a variety of professions including policing, social work, the probation service, human resources, victim support services and local authority research. Graduates often undertake further postgraduate academic study or vocational training.

Tuition Fee
£ 9250
Financing available
Government funding
Course type
Full time
Part time
Subject area
Law, Criminology, Policing, Investigations
Programme
Undergraduate degree
Level
Level 6
Duration
3 Years