BA (Hons.) Criminology and Psychology

The Criminology and Psychology BA course at Coventry University is a full-time, three-year programme that examines the psychological and criminological theories that explain crime and criminal behaviour. It covers a broad range of topics, providing students with an understanding of crime, its societal impact, and the human mind. Course Content: The course is a mix of criminology and psychology. The modular structure allows students to study the two subjects equally in the first year, before enabling them to tailor the balance to match their interests in the second and third years. Some of the topics this course includes are exploring the nature of criminal behaviour, psychological theories related to motivation, personality, learning, and emotion. Key Modules: The course comprises three modules - Introduction to Criminology, Introduction to Psychology, and Research Methods. Topics covered include The Criminal Justice Process, Psychology and Crime, Psychological Well-being and Work, Developmental and Social Psychology, Policing and the Police, and Crime Reduction and Community Safety. Accreditations: There's no accreditation for this course but the university itself has received multiple accolities. Future Careers: Graduates of the Criminology and Psychology BA course typically pursue careers in policing and investigation agencies, victim support, drug support agencies, crime prevention agencies, third sector organisations, and public and private sector management. They also have the opportunity to continue with postgraduate studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.