Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons)

Course Overview - Psychology and Criminology BSc (Hons)

Psychology and Criminology BSc at King’s will equip you with a strong understanding of theory, research, and practice in core areas of psychology and criminology. You’ll learn how the disciplines interrelate and how they are applied in real-world contexts to challenge issues like crime prevention, mental health and its impact on the criminal justice system. You’ll benefit from the expertise of the world-leading Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), ranked 2nd in the world for psychology and psychiatry (US News Best Global Universities) and the Dickson Poon Scho...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

29/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Strand
London
WC2R 2LS

Application Details

Course Code

C820

Institution Code

K60

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Scottish Higher

A,A,B

Must be a combination of three Scottish Highers and two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent). GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via a minimum Standard Credit Grade/Intermediate 2/National 5 Mathematics if not taken at Higher.

Access to HE Diploma

D:39,M:6,P:0

Access to HE Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits: 39 must be from units awarded at Distinction, with the remaining Level 3 credits at Merit. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

38

38 points overall or an aggregate score of 19 from three Higher Levels. Notes: The total point score of 38 includes TOK/EE. For applicants studying the new IB curriculum, we can accept either Mathematics – Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics – Applications and Interpretation. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent). GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via IB Standard Level/Middle Years grade 5, if not studied/studying at Higher Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Please see our online prospectus for further details on our BTEC entry requirements. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H1,H1,H1,H2,H2,H2

Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).

GCSE/National 4/National 5

All applicants must obtain or have obtained grade 6 or B in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent).

Scottish Advanced Higher

A,A

Must be a combination of three Scottish Highers and two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent). GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via a minimum Standard Credit Grade/Intermediate 2/National 5 Mathematics if not taken at Higher.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D2,D3,D3

Please note that Global Perspectives is not accepted by King’s as one of your Pre-U Principal subjects. Combinations of Pre-U principal subjects and other qualifications (such as A-levels) will be considered. Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).

Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

Not Accepted

A level

A*,A,A

Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent). Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

T Level

Not Accepted

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