Psychology (Forensic Perspectives) with Foundation Year Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

BSc (Hons) Psychology (Forensic Perspectives) with Foundation Year

Study this Forensics pathway from our BSc (Hons) Psychology degree and you will gain a strong foundation of Psychological knowledge and build on this with real-life criminal justice problems.

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 cybercrime to murder investigations, substance misuse to youth justice.

How you will learn

BSc (Hons) Psychology (Forensic Perspectives) with Foundation Year 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. Our BSc (Hons) Psychology (Forensic Perspectives) with Foundation Year 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.