BSc Hons Forensic Psychology

The Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) at Keele University is a unique interdisciplinary course that offers students an in-depth understanding of the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour in relation to law and crime. This program is designed to equip students with key skills that can be applied in multiple criminal justice roles, making it a rewarding and challenging choice for those who are interested in psychology and the criminal justice system.Course Content: The course focuses on exploring the causes of criminal behaviour, using psychological concepts and theories to understand it. There is also an emphasis on real-world applications, research skills and critical thinking. Students will learn about various aspects of forensic psychology, including clinical, social, criminal and developmental psychology. They also have the option to complete a placement year to gain further practical experience.Key Modules: Some of the core modules students will study include Psychological research methods, Forensic Psychology in context, Forensic risk assessment & management and Developmental and Social psychology in forensic contexts. Elective modules such as Psychological perspectives on criminal behaviour, Analysing and Preventing Crime and Offender profiling also form part of the curriculum.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), and can give eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), provided the minimum class of degree is achieved.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can pursue a wide range of career paths. These might include roles within clinical and health psychology, educational psychology, criminal and civil law, police and prison services, social work, crime prevention and health and social services.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page [here](https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/forensicpsychology/).