Criminology and Psychology BA (Hons)

Are you curious about why people behave the way they do? Want to understand what drives criminal behaviour and how society responds to it?

Our dynamic degree brings together the study of Criminology and Psychology, giving you the opportunity to study human behaviour and the systems designed to manage crime and justice.

You’ll examine how the body and the brain work together, how experiences shape our behaviour and how we interpret and make sense of the world around us. At the same time, you’ll be gaining practical knowledge and understanding of how the criminal justice system works. From the police and the prison system to rehabilitation and victim support you’ll gain an appreciation of the challenges associated with the management and treatment of offenders.

Throughout your studies, you’ll learn from experts whose research is shaping real-world policy and practice. You’ll explore strategies for supporting victims, managing offenders, and protecting vulnerable groups, developing a skillset that’s highly valued across sectors.

Your skillset will be of use to any organisation where understanding people matters. Opening a wide range of careers in the police, prison, probation, security or youth offending services, child protection, local or national government, NGOs, charities and more.

‘Placement Year’ and International Experience Year’ options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to fully consider these options when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto such a pathway at the appropriate time. You can find more information about these options on our website and if you have any questions, please get in touch.

If you don’t have the required qualifications for this degree-level course or are looking to re-enter education after time away from study, then a Foundation Year Programme might be the right choice for you. Please see Sociology (with Foundation Year) L30F.

Make lifelong friends and build a future you can be proud of at Bangor University.

You’ll benefit from high quality teaching, expert support and a friendly learning environment at a top 20 UK university (Uni Compare Rankings 2027), while gaining real world experience through work placements and opportunities to study abroad. With accommodation guaranteed for all Clearing applicants, you can settle in quickly and start making the most of university life from day one.

Bangor’s stunning campus and close knit community make it easy to feel at home. Meet friends at Bar Uno, Pontio or Barlows, stay active at Brailsford Sports Centre, or learn in specialist facilities including a Natural History Museum, Botanic Garden, research ship, replica courtroom and fully equipped media centre.

Set between the mountains and the sea, with excellent transport links and a low cost of living, Bangor offers an outstanding student experience where you can belong, grow in confidence and shape your future. It’s time to make Bangor your new home!