Psychology (Clinical & Forensic) BSc (Hons)

**Studying this course with us will take you on an incredible journey of self-discovery and growth and offers a comprehensive exploration of mental health, the legal system, and the varied practical real-world applications.**<br/><br/>You’ll be in a supportive and nurturing learning environment, guided by an experienced team who are passionate about sharing their expertise. You’ll gain versatile skills in research, analysis, and interpersonal communication, making you a valuable candidate for a wide range of roles within the field of clinical and forensic psychology and related disciplines.<br/><br/>Our degree provides a solid foundation if you wish to further your education and specialise in clinical and/or forensic psychology, offering rewarding and impactful career paths in both applied practice and academia.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to study with us**<br/><br/>· Our BSc Psychology (Clinical & Forensic) is the only course in the UK that combines both these disciplines.<br/>· You will have volunteering opportunities with charities and organisations where you can apply your skills, such as Canterbury Crown Court, Victim Support, the Samaritans, and Keep Talking Services.<br/>· Employability is embedded in our degree from start to finish - 98% of our Psychology students were in work or further study 15 months after finishing their course - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023.<br/>· You will be taught by experts and practitioners in the field, and get to know Oliver, Europe’s first Justice-Facility dog and valued member of staff.<br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/><br/>Our degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) ensuring quality and gives you the opportunity to gain the BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.<br/><br/>**Specialist facilities**<br/><br/>Our Verena Holmes building, at the heart of our Canterbury Campus, houses impressive lab equipment, including a set of sports and psychology laboratories and an excellent team of highly qualified lab technicians to support you.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.