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BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology

University of East London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You'll gain a thorough understanding of core criminological theories, as we help you develop the psychological knowledge needed to apply insights to real-world issues and problems. 

You'll take a social sciences approach to criminology by studying and classifying crime while learning how society responds to criminal behaviour. Additionally, in this course, you will examine institutions and roles such as the police, courts, prisons and probation service. 

During the psychology part of this course, you'll study behaviour and its causes in biology, social contexts, mental processing and development.  Apply knowledge and insights while exploring how criminal behaviour may be explained, by understanding the factors that motivate people to commit crimes. 

General Eligibility

112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:

  • A Level in at least two subjects

  • BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM

  • BTEC Diploma – D*D*

  • Access to HE Diploma

  • T Levels

  • International Baccalaureate - 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at a Higher Level


We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to one of the above, you should have:

  • GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English

  • GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Introduction to Crime and Punishment

  • Developing Skills for Justice (MW)

  • Introduction to Cognitive and Developmental Psychology

  • Research Skills

  • Introduction to Biological and Social and Individual Differences

  • Criminal Justice Process (Term 2)

2 Year 2

CORE MODULES

  • Theoretical Criminology

  • Introduction to Forensic Psychology

  • Essential Skills for Justice (MW) (Term 1)

  • Crime Policy into Practice (Term 2)

  • Individual Differences and Diversity

  • Applied Research & Evaluation (Term 2)

3 Year 3

CORE MODULES

  • Project Criminology and Psychology

  • Leadership Skills for Justice (MW) (Term 2)

  • Psychological Criminology (Term 2)

OPTIONAL MODULES

  • Researching Contemporary Issues in CybercrimeRace, Ethnicity, Crime and Justice (Term 1)

  • Youth Crime, Gangs and Sub-culture

  • Policing and Criminal Investigation (Term 2)

  • Mentally Disordered Suspects, Defendants and Offenders

  • Occupational Psychology

  • Psychology of Emotion

  • Cyberpsychology

  • Psychology of Belief

  • Counselling Psychology

  • Health Psychology

  • Cognitive Neuropsychology

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; minimum 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognized equivalent).

Additional Information

This course is available: Part-time, 6 years

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