Forensic and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons)
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Course overview
Understand criminal behaviour and discover how psychology has shaped the forensic field. Prepare to work in forensic psychology careers such as interventions and rehabilitation, therapeutic interventions and law enforcement, while enhancing your knowledge of the various stages of the criminal justice system. Industry-focused: specialist modules delve deeply into forensic psychology, aiming to prepare you for an exciting career in this fascinating field by applying psychological knowledge to real-world case studies and examples of real criminal behaviours.
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Key highlights
- Specialist modules delving deeply into forensic psychology
- Applies psychological knowledge to real-world criminal case studies
- Covers the various stages of the criminal justice system
- Explores how psychology has shaped the forensic field
- Prepares for careers in rehabilitation, therapeutic interventions and law enforcement
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — UCAS points 112 A level BBC excludes General Studies GCSE GCSE maths at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
- A-level: BBC — excludes General Studies
- GCSE: 4/C — to include Mathematics
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- T-level: Merit — BTEC DMM T level Overall grade of Merit in the T level qualification in any subject.
- International Baccalaureate: 28 — to include to include 15 points at Highe
- Access to HE Diploma — in a Science, Social Science or Health subject to include 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee forensic psychologist
- Rehabilitation and interventions worker
- Probation officer
- Police officer
- Therapeutic interventions practitioner
- Victim support officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,200 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 Coventry University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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