Psychology (Forensic and Criminal) BSc (Hons)

**Why this course?** <br/>- Your studies will be based on real work, including criminal profiling, case studies and criminology reports. <br/><br/><br/>- At least 50% of your teaching will be in seminars, lab classes or workshops, giving you tailored teaching and contact time with your lecturers.<br/><br/><br/>- Top 10 in London for student satisfaction in Psychology (NSS 2024) <br/><br/><br/>**About this course**<br/>Discover how to apply psychology to the study of criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system, and get ready for an exciting future career.<br/><br/>You’ll learn core and contemporary subjects within psychology and have the opportunity to shape your degree around your own interests and ambitions. Topics include:<br/>- Family Criminology<br/><br/><br/>- Criminal Justice and Domestic Violence<br/><br/><br/>- Forensic Psychology<br/><br/><br/>- Criminological Imagination.<br/><br/><br/>**Skills**<br/>Study a degree that prepares you for a career in the criminal justice system, or for further study to become a Forensic Psychologist. Youll develop skills in:<br/>- Applying psychology and criminology directly to the criminal justice system, learning how the legal system works and treats offenders and victims of crime.<br/><br/><br/>- Neuroscience and how areas of the brain and brain damage can lead to riskier behaviour.<br/><br/><br/>- Research and data analysis, teamwork, communication, negotiation and presentations.<br/><br/><br/>When you graduate, your understanding of the human mind, criminology and the criminal justice system will allow you to excel in a range of careers.<br/><br/>**Career opportunities**<br/><br/>Your future role could be:<br/><br/><br/>- Forensic psychologist<br/><br/><br/>- Probation officer<br/><br/><br/>- Assistant psychologist<br/><br/><br/>- Forensic scientist<br/><br/><br/>- Criminological researcher<br/><br/><br/>You could also work in the charity sector, for mental health services, in an educational setting or in a range of business roles.

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