Course Overview

The course has been designed to follow the British Psychological Society (BPS) core curriculum. In studying Forensic Psychology at Chester, we will provide you with opportunities to undertake specialist project work in forensic-related areas, and develop your knowledge of the most recent theory and practice in the area through expert teaching from active researchers.

In the NSS, the School of Psychology had an overall student satisfaction rate of 96.5%; we are third in the country for overall satisfaction (Guardian University Guide); and we’re rated 1st in the North West for overall satisfaction.

The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service that provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice, and guidance.

Careers and Employability - Student Services aims to deliver a service that is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.

We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University, and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, and extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications, and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.

Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.

General Eligibility

Typical Entry:

120 UCAS points

UCAS points

GCE A Level:

120 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BBC/BBB

BTEC:

BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM

BTEC Diploma: D*D*

T Level:

Merit

Irish/Scottish Highers:

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3

Scottish Highers - BBBB

International Baccalaureate :

28 points

Access requirements:

Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit

OCR:

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDM

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D*

Extra Information / General Entry Requirements:

Please note that GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 and GCSE English at grade C/4 are both essential.

We also accept a maximum of 8 points from GCE AS Levels and Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A-level General Studies will be recognized in our offer. Furthermore, we consider a combination of A levels and BTECs/OCRs.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)