Psychology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons)
University of Roehampton
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**Why this course?** - Your studies will be based on real work, including criminal profiling, case studies and criminology reports. - Accredited by the British Psychological Society. - At least 50% of your teaching will be in seminars, lab classes or workshops, giving you tailored teaching and contact time with your lecturers.- Top 10 in London for student satisfaction in Psychology (NSS 2024) **About this course**Discover how to apply psychology to the study of criminal behaviour and the ...Read more


Why this course?

- Your studies will be based on real work, including criminal profiling, case studies and criminology reports. - Accredited by the British Psychological Society. - At least 50% of your teaching will be in seminars, lab classes or workshops, giving you tailored teaching and contact time with your lecturers.- Top 10 in London for student satisfaction in Psychology (NSS 2024)


About this course

Discover how to apply psychology to the study of criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system, and get ready for an exciting future career.You’ll learn core and contemporary subjects within psychology and have the opportunity to shape your degree around your own interests and ambitions. Topics include:- Family Criminology- Criminal Justice and Domestic Violence- Forensic Psychology- Criminological Imagination.Our degree is professionally accredited by the British Psychological Society.


Skills

Study a degree that prepares you for a career in the criminal justice system, or for further study to become a Forensic Psychologist. You'll develop skills in:- Applying psychology and criminology directly to the criminal justice system, learning how the legal system works and treats offenders and victims of crime.- Neuroscience and how areas of the brain and brain damage can lead to riskier behaviour.- Research and data analysis, teamwork, communication, negotiation and presentations.When you graduate, your understanding of the human mind, criminology and the criminal justice system will allow you to excel in a range of careers.


Career opportunities

With our BPS accreditation and focus on applying psychology directly to the criminal justice system, you’ll graduate ready to achieve your ambitions.Your future role could be:- Forensic psychologist- Probation officer- Assistant psychologist- Forensic scientist- Criminological researcherYou could also work in the charity sector, for mental health services, in an educational setting or in a range of business roles.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
39/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
60th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
93rd
Psychology (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
89%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Psychology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£20,000
Sociology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
88%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Tobi
10 Dec 24

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Entry requirements

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112 Grades / Points required

GCSE requirement:Maths, Grade C/4

Popular A-level subjects

Psychology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Psychology
78%
Sociology
37%
English Literature
22%
Biology
16%
History
12%
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Sociology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Sociology
54%
Psychology
29%
English Literature
22%
Religious Studies & Theology
17%
History
16%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,000 per year

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Students from EU

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£15,000 per year

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Students from International

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£15000 Per year

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University of Roehampton
University of Roehampton , Wandsworth

Located in 54 acres of picturesque parkland in southwest London, the University of Roehampton offers a full range of undergraduate...

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University of Roehampton
Erasmus House Roehampton Lane London Wandsworth SW15 5PU United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: East Putney  0.9 miles away Nearest train station: Barnes  0.4 miles away
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