BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology with Integrated Foundation Year
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Explore the fascinating link between psychology and the criminal justice system to understand why people commit crimes and how we can support them through rehabilitation. You’ll study the five core areas of psychology as set out by the British Psychological Society (BPS), learning how the mind works and how this knowledge applies in real-world forensic settings. You’ll look at topics like violent and serious offending, risk assessment, and how forensic psychologists support the police, courts, and prisons.
Throughout the BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology course, you’ll develop practical skills used by professionals in the field. You’ll learn how to: You’ll be taught by experienced lecturers who are active researchers and practitioners in forensic psychology. They’ll guide you through real-life issues, using up-to-date research and case studies.
Key highlights
- Covers the five core areas of psychology set by the BPS
- Explores why people offend and how rehabilitation supports them
- Topics include violent and serious offending and risk assessment
- Examines how forensic psychologists support police, courts and prisons
- Taught by active researchers and practitioners in forensic psychology
- Learning built around real-life issues, current research and case studies
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Di…
- GCSE: C or above — You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above.
Scholarships
Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship
The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.
East Durham College Partnership Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500First Choice Travel Award
This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £500Global Leaders Scholarship
£6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).
Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.
Up to £1,200Interview Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Open Day Travel Reimbursement
Up to £100
Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)
There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.
Up to £1,000Sunderland College Award
Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.
Tees Valley Travel Award
This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.
Up to £1,500The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships
Up to £750.
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee forensic psychologist
- Assistant psychologist
- Probation services officer
- Prison officer
- Victim support officer
- Police officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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