Our degree is your first step towards becoming a chartered and registered practitioner psychologist. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, our degree will give you a broad understanding of psychology and a more specialist understanding of its role in the criminal justice system.You’ll cover all the British Psychological Society required content, and share modules with Psychology BSc. You have the choice of topic for your assignments, giving you the opportunity to understand how general psychology theories apply to crime. Your second and third year feature bespoke modules focusing on the causes and effects of crime, how psychology can be applied to the criminal justice system, and the roles of forensic psychologists.

In your second year you’ll have the opportunity to gain professional experience by doing a mini placement, either with an outside organisation or with one of our staff members.Plus, students have the option to complete a full placement year between their second and third years. We have links with many external organisations working with offenders and victims of crime, such as prisons, Victim Support and Circles South West.

University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study.

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– if you're not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching (eligibility conditions apply).2.

– we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at.3.

– offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.

95% of our graduates are in work or further study and courses at UoG are designed in collaboration with industry partners and benefit from the professional experience and expertise of its staff. This approach ensures students gain practical, relevant knowledge that prepares them for real-world careers.

Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 95% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course*. *Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers.

Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all your questions. Book to come to an open day at glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay.**Find out more about t