BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology

The Criminology with Psychology BA (Hons) course at De Montfort University involves studying criminal behaviour, police responses, crime scene investigation, and forensic psychology. The course entails an exploratory approach to answering questions about why people commit crimes and what the psychological implications of crime are. The duration of the course is three years full-time, with an option for an additional placement year. Course Content: The course features a combination of theory and practical work, including field trips, visits from guest speakers, practical workshops, placements, and opportunities for volunteer work. The programme provides students with the opportunity to discuss and debate the causes of criminal behaviour and the various ways society responds to crime. Key Modules: The course includes a range of interesting modules, including Introduction to Criminology, Introduction to Psychology, Comparative Criminology, Psychopathy and Serial Killing, Criminological Theory, Street Crime and Disorder, and Applied Forensic Psychology.Accreditations: This programme has been accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership for students who complete the Psychology component to the required standard.Future Careers: Graduates can expect to find work in criminal justice agencies, the police and probation services, the court services, the prison service, or in academic or commercial criminal justice research. The degree can also lead to postgraduate study for a career in Psychology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.