Edge Hill University

BSc Psychology with Forensic Psychology

Edge Hill University

Course overview

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Psychology at Edge Hill University, accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), is designed to give you the knowledge and skills necessary to learn how psychology applies to criminal and forensic studies. In this course, you study psychological approaches to offender profiling, the links between criminal behaviour and mental health, research methods, and investigative techniques.

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Psychology at Edge Hill University will teach you how to apply psychological theory and research to forensic settings. You will learn to investigate why certain crimes occur, how to reduce false confessions, enhance eyewitness accuracy, and critically evaluate forensic psychological methods.

Teaching and learning include lectures, seminars, laboratory-style modules, and group work, supported by independent study and opportunities for hands-on research. Assessment comes in the form of coursework, reports, practical assignments, examinations, and group projects. There is an option to undertake a work placement or engage in research work as part of the course.

Entry requirements

To study BSc Psychology with Forensic Psychology at Edge Hill University, you must meet the following requirements:

Grade Requirements:

  • 120–128 UCAS points from either A-levels (BBB–ABB), BTEC (DDM), or other equivalent qualifications.
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma with points equal to the required UCAS points.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language.
  • IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall (or equivalent such as TOEFL).

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

    A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.

    Up to £1,000

  • Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award

    We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree

    Up to £3,000

  • Sports Scholarship for Applicants

    Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.

Career opportunities

With a BSc Psychology with Forensic Psychology from Edge Hill University, you are open to the jobs below:

  • Forensic Psychologist
  • Criminal Investigator
  • Probation Officer
  • Behavioural Analyst
  • Victim Support Worker

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study BSc Psychology with Forensic Psychology at Edge Hill University is £17,000 per year of study.

Admission

To apply for this course, you will need to go through the university’s postgraduate application portal. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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