BSc Hons Criminology and Psychology

The BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology programme at Swansea University is an exciting exploration into the human mind and behavior in relation to crime. This course caters to students interested in understanding the psychological and socio-economic factors that lead people to criminal behavior, offering a blend of taught modules and independent study.Course Content: The course provides a comprehensive overview through modules such as Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Criminology, Offender Profiling, Forensic Psychology, and Criminal Justice and Penology. The first year will introduce students to the fundamentals of psychology and criminology, while the second year expands on these concepts. The final year allows for specialization in chosen topics.Key Modules: Some of the key modules in this course include Understanding Justice, Social & Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Forensic Psychology, amongst others. These modules span across the three years, with final year students also undertaking a dissertation in the field of criminology or psychology.Accreditations: The course adheres to the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum, offering the potential for graduates to gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the BPS.Future Careers: Graduates from this program could find opportunities in a range of fields such as social work, counseling, teaching, research, human resources, victim services, and more. Some graduates also go on to further study in areas like forensic or clinical psychology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.