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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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3 Years
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Psychology and Criminology BSc at King’s will equip you with a strong understanding of theory, research, and practice in core areas of psychology and criminology. You’ll learn how the disciplines interrelate and how they are applied in real-world contexts to challenge issues like crime prevention, mental health and its impact on the criminal justice system. You’ll benefit from the expertise of the world-leading Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), ranked 2nd in the world for psychology and psychiatry (US News Best Global Universities) and the Dickson Poon School of Law (DPSoL), which is one of the oldest law schools in England and recognised as one of the best law schools in the world.
Key Benefits• Accredited by the British Psychological Society • Outstanding placement opportunities with partners such as the South London & Maudsley Hospital Foundation Trust• Qualify for BPS membership when you graduate and become eligible to train as a clinical psychologist• Prepare for the world of work from the very start of your studies, with a focus on employability and transferable skills embedded throughout your learning.• Option to spend a year in a professional placement or studying abroad• Ideal training for a wide range of exciting careers spanning psychology and mental health; criminal justice; crime prevention; offender management; Civil Service and morePlease see our online prospectus for further details on this programme: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate
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A levelA level:
A*AA Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AA Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:39,M:6,P:0 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
D2,D3,D3 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
38 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H1,H1,H2,H2,H2 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.Notes:If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component.We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.
Must be a combination of three Scottish Highers and two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via a minimum Standard Credit Grade/Intermediate 2/National 5 Mathematics if not taken at Higher.
Must be a combination of three Scottish Highers and two Scottish Advanced Highers. We do not count the Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via a minimum Standard Credit Grade/Intermediate 2/National 5 Mathematics if not taken at Higher.
Access to HE Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits: 39 must be from units awarded at Distinction, with the remaining Level 3 credits at Merit.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).
Please note that Global Perspectives is not accepted by King’s as one of your Pre-U Principal subjects. Combinations of Pre-U principal subjects and other qualifications (such as A-levels) will be considered.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).
38 points overall or an aggregate score of 19 from three Higher Levels.Notes:The total point score of 38 includes TOK/EE.For applicants studying the new IB curriculum, we can accept either Mathematics – Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics – Applications and Interpretation.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).GCSE/IGCSE Mathematics requirement can be met via IB Standard Level/Middle Years grade 5, if not studied/studying at Higher Level.
Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).
Please see our online prospectus for further details on our BTEC entry requirements.Additionally, Mathematics at GCSE grade 6/B (or equivalent).
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£35,800 per year
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