Criminology and Psychology BA (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
This course is subject to revalidation. BA Criminology and Psychology explores the motivations of human behaviour and how the darker side of our nature is dealt with by the criminal justice system. This criminology and psychology degree combines key theories from both disciplines, offering a robust interdisciplinary approach.
Through modules tailored to this dual major in criminology and psychology, the course is designed to: give well-rounded insights into real-world issues explore how and why people do what they do help you study a broader study of society’s reactions to deviant behaviour, the combined social sciences approach helps with this. cover a wide range of topics from the motivations of serial killers, to state crimes and miscarriages of justice. This dual major in criminology and psychology provides a foundation for students interested in careers with a criminology and psychology degree, such as forensic psychology, criminal profiling, or case management. Over three years of study, institutions such as the police, courts, prisons, and probation service will be reviewed; developing a deeper understanding of their processes, functions, and challenges.
Taught by a blend of former practitioners, active researchers, and radical criminologists you will be exposed to a variety of perspectives and develop critical analysis skills. Book for an open day
Key highlights
- Interdisciplinary approach combining key theories from criminology and psychology
- Topics range from serial killer motivations to state crimes
- Explores miscarriages of justice and society's reactions to deviant behaviour
- Reviews the police, courts, prisons and probation service in depth
- Taught by former practitioners, active researchers and radical criminologists
- Develops critical analysis skills through exposure to varied perspectives
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D* Access to…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Forensic psychologist (with further postgraduate training)
- Criminal profiler
- Case manager
- Probation officer
- Police officer
- Prison officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 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 East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
Ready to start?
Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to a September 2026 place.