
Psychology and Criminology FdSc
Course Overview - Psychology and Criminology FdSc
This foundation degree has been designed to develop your understanding of the nature of crime, society and human behaviour. You will study a range of disciplines, including criminology, psychology, criminal psychology, criminal law and the criminal justice system. This will provide you with a broad knowledge of the contextual and social influences on human and criminal behaviour.*
The course analyses theory in relation to working practice, preparing you for employment in a variety of professions and career pathways. You will also develop the necessary academic and research ...
This foundation degree has been designed to develop your understanding of the nature of crime, society and human behaviour. You will study a range of disciplines, including criminology, psychology, criminal psychology, criminal law and the criminal justice system. This will provide you with a broad knowledge of the contextual and social influences on human and criminal behaviour.*<br/><br/>The course analyses theory in relation to working practice, preparing you for employment in a variety of professions and career pathways. You will also develop the necessary academic and research skills, as you become an independent practitioner capable of adapting to challenges you may face in your future career.<br/><br/>In psychology you will gain an understanding of:<br/><br/>mental illness and psychological treatments<br/>social influence in conflict situations<br/>personality testing and how the personality predicts behaviour<br/>psychological factors that influence and reduce offending behaviour<br/>the development of gender and memory across the lifespan<br/>the factors associated with positive psychology e.g. life satisfaction<br/><br/>*Subject to approval
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
UCSD
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
3PCR
Institution Code
S32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English and Maths at Grade 4/C or higher
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £8,825 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |