Criminology with Psychology - BSc (Hons)

Good news! We've revamped this programme from Sept 2026 entry onwards with brand new modules and more of a focus on work-based learning. The changes include more content on London as a laboratory for change, the media and its effect on crime and culture, and how you can put your work into practice.

Check out the course content tab for more detail. How is climate change linked to crimes of the powerful? Are prisons the appropriate response to criminal acts?

Are we all treated equally before the law? These are some of the debates that you will explore in this course, by looking at the complex interactions between the state, the offender, the victim and society. You will think critically about how laws are made and how social structures shape both crime and crime control.

In addition to engaging with criminological theories and topical crime and justice issues, this course provides you with a solid base of knowledge in Psychology and understanding of human behaviour, feelings and interactions. As a criminology student at LSBU, you will be able to engage in a series of employability events. Criminology courses open pathways to careers in a variety of settings, including probation, policing, the prison service, NGOs, local authorities, the voluntary sector, youth offending teams, teaching, social work and administration.

The course is also linked to the LSBU Crime and Justice Research Group that organizes a series of research seminars and public events throughout the year. You will be encouraged to attend and participate in these events to enhance your learning experience and meet with researchers, practitioners and campaigners. You'll be taught by research-active academics whose work is nationally and internationally recognised and informs the course curriculum.

Our courses prepare you for a range of careers, including probation, policing, the prison service, NGOs, local authorities, the voluntary sector, youth offending teams, teaching, social work and administration. Be part of an academic community dedicated to social justice and global responsibility - with inspiring schedule of guest speakers, events, volunteering opportunities and exchange of ideas. Enhance your employability by taking part in our employability events and choosing a work placement module in Year 2.

Why Criminology with Psychology at LSBU? check-circle On this course, 87.1% of students think that teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2025). graduation-cap We have an employability guarantee. We offer opportunities for all undergraduate students in Year 1 to build employability skills which leads to Year 2 opportunities to apply for placements in our ‘Working In’ Module. star We have strong professional links. power-off Experienced research informed teaching by experts - You'll learn from expert professionals who know what it takes to succeed in the field. Our research-active academics whose work is nationally and internationally recognised, and informs your learning.

Our critical approaches are rooted in the community, lived experiences and underpinned by a commitment to social justice. book Examples of expertise include Crime Location Place and Space; Contemporary Criminology; Gender and Youth Justice; Policing; Prisons; and Crimes of the powerful. level-up You’ll have access to our Oxford University Press Trove online library of high quality textbooks. We also have an award-winning library for group and quiet study space. level-up Link with the LSBU Justice, Conflict, Activism and Communities Research Group, which organises a series of research seminars and public events throughout the year where you can meet with researchers, practitioners and campaigners. Mode Duration Start date Application…