Psychology with Forensic Scene Investigation

Abertay University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Psychology

A-Level Entry

CCC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£23,500

About this course

Learn to use forensic science and apply forensic psychology to police investigations. Discover how to search and examine crime scenes and how forensic evidence needs to be processed, interpreted, and preserved.

Dig deep into the science behind psychology: the way humans think, feel, and behave. Discover how to examine crime scenes, and how forensic evidence needs to be processed, interpreted, and preserved. This involves field trips to places like the mortuary and bomb disposal sites. You'll also learn how to provide research-based evidence which may be used in the criminal justice system. In the final year you can apply your forensic knowledge in a mock courtroom scenario.

You’ll cover topics such as:

  • Crime scene examination and management.

  • Interpretation, presentation and preservation of evidence.

  • Apply biometric information in human identification.

  • Applying memory research from crime scene to court.

  • Understanding the language of the judicial system.

    The perfect mix of psychology, criminal investigation and forensic science

    Psychology is both an experimental and observational science. This means you will observe and measure human behaviour, undertake literature research, and develop, test, and evaluate theories. This culminates in conducting your own supervised research project in your final year, which is one of the cornerstones of your degree. You’ll graduate with a thorough understanding of this fascinating world.

    This Psychology with Forensic Scene Investigation degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and its core areas follow the curriculum set out by the BPS. This accreditation is essential if you want to become a Chartered Psychologist and means successful graduates can apply for further professional psychology training.

    Psychology degrees here at Abertay are flexible. You can switch to BSc Psychology or another ‘Psychology with’ pathway if you develop an interest in a particular topic later on.

    Our BSc (Hons) Psychology course scored an impressive 95% for Overall Student Satisfaction in the 2020 National Student Survey (NSS) and Forensic Science was the top rated modern Scottish department in the 2021 Good University Guide.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCC
    Scottish Higher BBBC
    Scottish Advanced Higher AAB
    BTEC MMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1172 Social services managers and directors
    2462 Probation officers
    2229 Therapy professionals
    2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
    3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals
    6134 Houseparents and residential wardens

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Dundee
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £23,500