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University of Greater Manchester · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: CF84
Criminological and Forensic Psychology
University of Greater ManchesterBolton, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,535Home Fee
85%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology at University of Greater Manchester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding human behaviour. Based in Bolton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. In December 2024, the University of Bolton was granted permission by the Office for Students (OfS) to change its name to the University of Greater Manchester with immediate effect. While we work to update our systems, you may see both names used in the information we provide. Are you interested in the psychological aspects of criminological and forensics psychology? Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree is a dynamic course that reflects contemporary approaches to offending behaviour. International tuition fees are £17,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Psychology
Criminal Psychology and Offending Behaviour
Forensic Psychology Practice
Legal and Court Psychology
Investigative Interview Techniques
Victim Psychology and Support
Aggression
Violence and Sexual Offending
Applied Research Methods and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:CF84
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 112 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,500
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£52,500
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greater Manchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £12,500 | £18,000 | £22,500 |
| 5 years | £14,500 | £21,500 | £25,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 28% below UK average salary
This course
£18,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 14% below UK average salary
This course
£21,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH04-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
68%Working
8%Studying
8%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
73%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
75%
Overall
Teaching on my course
85%Learning opportunities
75%Assessment and feedback
75%Academic support
80%Organisation and management
63%Learning resources
79%Student voice
67%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Greater Manchester
University of Greater Manchester offers Criminological and Forensic Psychology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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