Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
Offering a fascinating combination of Criminology and Psychology, this degree is the ideal preparation for a career focused on understanding, reducing and preventing criminal behaviour.
Why choose this course?
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the rapidly expanding field of forensic and criminal psychology – including criminal profiling, investigative interviewing and rehabilitation of offenders – and how it can be used to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the j...
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
Offering a fascinating combination of Criminology and Psychology, this degree is the ideal preparation for a career focused on understanding, reducing and preventing criminal behaviour.
Why choose this course?
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the rapidly expanding field of forensic and criminal psychology – including criminal profiling, investigative interviewing and rehabilitation of offenders – and how it can be used to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the justice system today.
Is this course for you?
If you want to apply psychological theories and research to real-life criminal justice problems, this is the course for you. You’ll choose from modules covering everything from psychopathy to murder investigations, hate crime to domestic abuse.
How you will learn
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology concentrates on evidence-based practice and prepares you to become a capable researcher, skilled in analysing data and policies. Our teaching entails a compelling mix of lectures, seminars, role plays and workshops, delivered by research-active lecturers and practising criminal justice professionals.
Opportunities and experiences
There are regular fieldtrips to courts, prisons and youth offender training centres, plus the chance to meet leading figures from the profession through our vibrant guest speaker programme.
Careers and employability
Graduates who can draw on knowledge of criminal psychology are in high demand. BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology paves the way to fulfilling careers in professions including the police, probation and prison services, and youth offending teams. It can also lead to roles in research and policy-making within the criminal justice system.
Did you know? We also offer this course:
• With a Foundation Year
Why Choose University of Derby During Clearing?
We're a Top 10 UK University* in the heart of England, with great transport links to London and the rest of the UK.
Ranked 2nd in the UK for employability and course quality*, the University of Derby offers expert, industry-relevant teaching, state-of-the-art study spaces, award-winning accommodation, and a welcoming, inclusive community.
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We're a Top 10 UK University* in the heart of England, with great transport links to London and the rest of the UK.
Ranked 2nd in the UK for employability and course quality*, the University of Derby offers expert, industry-relevant teaching, state-of-the-art study spaces, award-winning accommodation, and a welcoming, inclusive community.
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Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
ML96
Institution Code
D39
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
120
We encourage you to outline all your qualifications and achievements in your application to provide us a full picture. Your offer will typically be based on your predicted and/or achieved grades from full level 3 qualifications or above e.g. A levels, BTEC Ext Diploma, Access to HE, etc. Any subject specifics are outlined below in the A-levels section, and these specifics are applicable across all equivalent qualifications. A strong application/performance and appropriate experience will be taken into account where typical criteria is not met.
Access to HE Diploma
D:15,M:24,P:6
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
A level
B,B,B
T Level
M
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £16,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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