BSc (Hons) Criminology & Counselling Skills

The Counselling Skills and Criminology BSc (Hons) at the University of Chester is a multifaceted course that bridges the fields of counselling and criminology. This programme provides students with the opportunity to pursue their interests in helping others whilst also exploring varying aspects of criminal behaviour, justice and societal responses to crime.Course Content: This programme encompasses a broad range of subject matter including the many types of counselling, the key concepts of criminology, the criminal justice system, social justice, mental health, family and relationships, crime and punishment, among others. It combines theoretical knowledge and practical skills to provide a comprehensive learning experience. Key Modules: Key modules that students will engage with throughout the course include Introduction to Social and Developmental Psychology, Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Individual and Society, Crime and Society, Counselling Skills 1: An Introduction, Understanding Criminology, Counselling Skills 2 and Research Methods in Psychology.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), providing graduates with Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC). This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.Future Careers: The Counselling Skills and Criminology programme equips graduates with the necessary skills for a range of careers such as counselling, offender rehabilitation, substance misuse work, crime prevention roles within the Criminal Justice System, education, research, human resources, social work, mental health support, and more.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.