Criminology and Psychology

Coventry University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years SociologyPsychology

A-Level Entry

BBC

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,500

About this course

This course is designed to give you an understanding of the study of human behaviour, the causes of criminal behaviour, public reactions to crime and the psychology of all those involved in and affected by crime.

After a grounding in first year, you will specialise in a range of areas of crime, victimology, criminal justice, and crime prevention emphasising key transferable skills in preparation for graduate level employment in a global market.

You will have the opportunity to:

  • Link major theoretical perspectives to contemporary issues and debates – putting theory into practice.

  • Reflect analytically and critically on a wide range of issues and emerging trends relating to crime, criminal behaviour, control, and criminal justice in local and global contexts.

  • Apply creative solutions to crime problems, and to systemic failures in dealing with crime.

    Key Benefits

  • Applied approach designed to develop the skills required for graduate employment in various criminal justice roles

  • Expert speakers from agencies involved in criminal justice complement and contextualise your understanding

  • Explore international perspectives on crime

  • Opportunities to participate in international field trips – previous criminology trips have included South Africa, the USA, Finland, Estonia, and Poland*.

    *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points
    Scottish Higher CCCCD
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Coventry

    Avg. Salary: £24,500

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Coventry

    Avg. Salary: £24,500

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1162 Senior police officers
    3319 Protective service associate professionals
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
    3219 Health associate professionals
    3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Coventry
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology, Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £24,500

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    Coventry University

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