BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology (with Foundation Year)

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
  We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.
  

• Psychology Project
  You’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.   

• Foundations in Psychology
  With this module you’ll be introduced to the main perspectives, investigation methods, key studies and controversies in key areas of psychology. You will explore the history of psychology and its themes such as cognitive behaviour, sociology, biology and developmental theories. You will learn via a blend of lectures, discussions and group workshops and develop familiarity with key concepts through individual research.

• Foundations in Criminology
  You'll study crime and criminology, including patterns of crime and key criminological theories and concepts, such as social control, deviance, victimisation, the media and punishment. You will examine crime statistics, self-report studies and social trends and theories and review policies intended to address important social problems, including criminality. Throughout this module, you will develop your understanding and problem-solving skills and use a range of online resources to enhance and support your learning.

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Core Psychology 1

• Introduction to Criminology

• Professional Development for Psychologists 1

• Research Methods in Psychology 1

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Core Psychology 2

• Crime, Media, Culture

• Professional Development for Psychologists 2

• Research Methods in Psychology 2

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Psychology Research Project

• Professional Learning Through Work   

Students are required to choose two option modules from:

• Qualitative Research Methods in Context

• Business Psychology

• Clinical Psychology

• Counselling Psychology

• Critical Psychology                

• Cyberpsychology

• The Psychology of Teaching and Learning

• Forensic Psychology

• Health Psychology

• Health Behaviour Change in Context

• Psychology Negotiated Essay

• Psychobiology of Stress and Illness