University of Bedfordshire

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Psychology and Criminal Behaviour BSc (Hons)

University of Bedfordshire

Faculty:School of Psychology
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Forensic Psychology
Psychology, General
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $20,849

Cost per year has been converted from British Pounds (£12,350) to Canadian Dollars.

Careers:Psychologists

Description:

Why do people offend? Can we predict the victim? One of the most fascinating applications of psychology is in examining and tackling criminal behaviour. After a broad introduction you will explore specific areas of criminal psychology.

This BPS accredited course covers the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system, exploring police investigation, false confessions, expert witnesses, jury behaviour and treatment of complex offenders and gives you the chance to work on research projects such as offender profiling and crime analysis, criminal thinking styles and lie detection.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.0] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 72]
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Statement of Research Interests

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on January 19, 2019