BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation Year
Arden University
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The overall aim of the BA (Hons) Criminology & Psychologywith Foundation Year enables students to study two well established fields in social sciences. Both fields are set out to understand the social world which encompasses social values and behaviours. While Psychology studies human behaviours in general, Criminology focuses on criminal behaviours and social orders in particular.Blended: BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year: If you have a curious mind and want to develop a scientific ...Read more

The overall aim of the BA (Hons) Criminology & Psychologywith Foundation Year enables students to study two well established fields in social sciences. Both fields are set out to understand the social world which encompasses social values and behaviours. While Psychology studies human behaviours in general, Criminology focuses on criminal behaviours and social orders in particular.

Blended: BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year: If you have a curious mind and want to develop a scientific understanding of the human brain, behaviour, and experience, then this degree course is an ideal fit for you. The degree covers essential areas of psychology, including biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and other related subjects. This degree programme is officially accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means that graduates who achieve a lower second-class honours degree or above will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS. This membership is a crucial requirement for pursuing professional psychology training.
Arden University‘s foundation courses are a great way to enter higher education if you don’t currently meet our bachelor’s degree entry requirements, or if it’s been a while since you were in formal education. Studying this degree with Arden University via blended learning – a blend of face-to-face classes combined with independent online learning – means you’ll be abe to study around your exisiting commitments such as work, parenting, and more.

Online: BSc (Hons) Psychology with Foundation Year: If you have a curious mind and are interested in exploring the scientific understanding of the human brain, behaviour, and experience, then this online degree programme is an excellent choice for you. The course covers essential areas of psychology, including biological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and other related subjects. This degree programme is officially accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which means that graduates who achieve a lower second-class honours degree or above will be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS. This membership is a crucial requirement for pursuing professional psychology training.
Arden University‘s foundation courses provide a great way to enter higher education, especially if you do not currently meet our bachelor’s degree entry requirements, or if it has been a while since you were in formal education. Studying this course online offers you the flexibility to learn from anywhere in the world at your own pace, while ensuring that the quality of your degree education is maintained.

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David
24 Nov 22

As a first-year student, I do not have a lot of experience with the academic atmosphere, but after two months of study at Arden University, I can tell that I truly enjoy it. The..Read more

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14 May 21

I’ve loved every moment of studying at Arden so far, it’s been great, from sign up! I do blended learning which fits around my family and other commitments - nothing like a..Read more

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Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests IELTS and IELTS Indicator (International English Language Testing System - academic version) with 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page.

Two subjects at GCE A-Level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests IELTS and IELTS Indicator (International English Language Testing System - academic version) with 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each skill and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page.

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David
24 Nov 22
BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology
As a first-year student, I do not have a lot of experience with the academic atmosphere, but after two months of study at Arden University, I can tell that I truly enjoy it. The...
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SR
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14 May 21
I’ve loved every moment of studying at Arden so far, it’s been great, from sign up! I do blended learning which fits around my family and other commitments - nothing like a...
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