Criminal Psychology

Bucks New University

BSc (Hons) Criminal Psychology course blends psychological theory with real-world offending, victimology, policing and the Criminal Justice System. You'll explore everything from criminal profiling and mental health assessments to the psychology of investigations and courtroom decision-making.

With hands-on learning, state-of-the-art facilities and expert lecturers, this degree prepares you for a career that makes a real difference, whether in law enforcement, rehabilitation, research, or beyond.

BNU offers a unique opportunity to explore the psychology of the mind in relation to offending, victimology, policing, and the Criminal Justice System. Through this comprehensive approach, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the psychology of law enforcement, rehabilitation, and recovery processes.

You will develop the skills to analyse the psychological and situational factors that contribute to offending behaviour, understand the experiences and responses of victims, and examine the decision-making processes used within the Criminal Justice System.

In your final year, you will build on the knowledge and skills developed throughout the course by undertaking an independent research project, allowing you to explore a topic of personal interest in depth. This criminal psychology degree not only enables you to specialise in a chosen area but also equips you with a broad range of valuable skills, such as critically evaluating information, analysing data, and presenting findings effectively.

Upon graduation, you will possess a strong set of transferable skills that enhance your employability across a wide variety of career paths, both within criminal psychology and in related sectors. Whether you're interested in teaching, local government, the charity sector, the prison and probation services, or beyond, this course prepares you for success in numerous professional contexts.

Additionally, the course provides the academic foundation required to pursue chartered status with the British Psychological Society (BPS). You will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), which is the first step toward becoming a Chartered Psychologist.