Psychology and Criminology
University of Salford
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Crime is one of the major problems facing society today. To understand the complex issues surrounding it, we have brought together two areas of study that have a natural affinity, giving you a degree that will help you make a real difference.This course will provide training for careers in health, social care, criminal justice, and other public and social services. In your final year, you can tailor your degree with a range of optional modules, including a work placement. This course is ...Read more

Crime is one of the major problems facing society today. To understand the complex issues surrounding it, we have brought together two areas of study that have a natural affinity, giving you a degree that will help you make a real difference.This course will provide training for careers in health, social care, criminal justice, and other public and social services. In your final year, you can tailor your degree with a range of optional modules, including a work placement. This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).You will:Understand how to relate a psychological understanding of human behaviour and development to an analysis of crime and deviance, gaining a comprehensive grasp of the ways in which crime can be analysed, understood and addressedUse a hands-on approach to developing research skillsBe able to apply the theory you have learned to everyday situations

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Sociology
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93/279
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72nd
CUG Ranking
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79th
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Summer
09 Oct 25

The university facilities are great, especially the libraries and study spaces, and the campus has a friendly, inclusive atmosphere. Salford’s close proximity to Manchester also..Read more

SR
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09 Oct 25

Best aspect of Salford is the campus, there are loads of events and the campus park is quite beautiful and there are other campus’s that also breathe the same aesthetic like Media..Read more

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112 - 120 Grades / Points required

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

31 Grades / Points required

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£17,040 per year

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09 Oct 25
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The university facilities are great, especially the libraries and study spaces, and the campus has a friendly, inclusive atmosphere. Salford’s close proximity to Manchester also...
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09 Oct 25
Criminology with Counselling
Best aspect of Salford is the campus, there are loads of events and the campus park is quite beautiful and there are other campus’s that also breathe the same aesthetic like Media...
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University of Salford
University of Salford , Salford

Located just minutes from Manchester’s vibrant city centre, the University of Salford is a hub of contemporary learning...

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University of Salford, 43 Crescent Salford Greater Manchester M5 4WT United Kingdom
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