BSc Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

With the BSc Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice at Liverpool John Moores University, students gain the knowledge to understand criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system. In this course, students will study aspects such as developmental, cognitive, and social psychology; criminological theory; research methods and statistics; and criminal justice. Additionally, they will complete a final-year dissertation. All these will give students the insight and experience to work across forensic, criminal justice, and support services.

Teaching and learning for this 3-year full-time programme combine lectures, tutorials, seminars, activity-based learning, and group discussions. These are all delivered by supportive academic and field experts. Students also benefit from opportunities for volunteering, networking, and work experience, which enhance their employability. Assessment is mainly in the form of coursework, including written reports, reflective pieces, research projects, and presentations, with the dissertation serving as the final project.

Liverpool John Moores University was founded in Liverpool, England, in 1823, and it was officially recognised as a university in 1992. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programmes. These programmes now have professional associations that vouch for their quality, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Liverpool John Moores University currently has about 25,000 students enrolled, including 3,000 international students from over 100 countries. The university's large student body can access new facilities like the award-winning £26 million John Lennon Art and Design Building, the £37 million Redmonds Building, and cutting-edge labs. For international students, these factors make LJMU an excellent option.

Applicants must meet the following requirements to study BSc Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice at Liverpool John Moores University;

Grade Requirements:

• To apply, individuals must have a minimum of 88 UCAS points. These points must come from a combination of level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, BTECs, International Baccalaureate, and other equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Liverpool John Moores University charges £18,250 for tuition for the 2025/2026 academic year for the BSc Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice. However, this does not cover other personal expenses or lodging fees. International students must also pay a £5,000 deposit before receiving a CAS.

Many students at Liverpool John Moores University receive financial aid, such as scholarships and flexible payment plans. For example, international students who pay tuition receive an automatic £4,000 scholarship. After a £5,000 down payment, international students can pay tuition in two to three instalments.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice from Liverpool John Moores University:

• Forensic Psychologist
• Probation Officer
• Prison Officer
• Victim Support Worker
• Youth Justice Worker

To apply for this course, you will need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.