University of Lancashire

BSc Psychology Criminology

University of Lancashire

Course overview

The University of Lancashire BSc Psychology with Criminology degree will enable students to develop a critical understanding of crime, criminal behaviour, victimisation, and the criminal justice system. It is a combination of core modules in psychology and criminology to give aspiring professionals a broad perspective of how crime works in society and provides insights into the causes of crime, prevention, and rehabilitation.

The study is facilitated by research-active academics in forensic psychology and criminology, and experienced practitioners from within the industry, and upon graduation, students will learn the application of psychological theory to criminal investigation and crime prevention, as well as develop an understanding of psychological problems associated with criminal behaviour and the treatment and rehabilitation of those who have committed offences.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • The University of Lancashire will receive applicants who make up a minimum grade of UCAS Tariff of 104 -120 UCAS points or equivalent into its BSc Counselling & Psychotherapy programme.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants for the BSc Counselling & Psychotherapy at the University of Lancashire require IELTS 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent to qualify for entry.

Scholarships

  • Articulation Scholarship

    We are offering a scholarship of £2,000 for the first year of study to students who progress from one of our formal articulation partner institutions.

    Up to £2,000

  • Excellence Scholarship

    £3,500 for the first year of study, with subsequent years of study subject to achievement of an APM of over 60%.

    Up to £3,500

  • Family Loyalty Scholarship

    Value: £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • Franchise Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study

    Up to £2,000

  • International Bursary

    An international bursary of £1,000 per year of study is available to all international students enrolling with us in the academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • INTO Scholarship

    Scholarships are £2,000 in value per year and if students meet our Excellence criteria then £3500 is awarded instead.

    Up to £2,000

  • MBBS Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000 reduction in your overall tuition fee. You'll receive this through a tuition fee waiver of £2,000 per year of study (to a maximum value of £10,000).

    Up to £10,000

  • ONCampus Scholarship

    £2,000 per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    Value: Up to £500 bronze | up to £2000 silver | up to £5000 gold

  • The Medivet Hardship Fund

    A maximum of £300 can be applied for each academic year.

    Up to £300

  • Women in STEM bursary

    Value: £2,000 per year of study (where a student has met the Excellence Scholarship criteria £3,500 is applied).

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Psychology & Criminology from the University of Lancashire will be suited to take on roles such as: 

  • Clinical Psychologist 
  • Counsellor 
  • Therapist 
  • Forensic Psychologist 
  • School Psychologist 

Cost of study

The study cost for a year for international students in the BSc Counselling & Psychotherapy at the University of Lancashire is £18,750 per year.

Admission

International students can apply for this course through UCAS or directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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