Keele University

Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Start your journey to train in forensic psychology. Study the psychology of crime, investigation and punishment on our BPS-accredited programme. Build an understanding of the mind, brain and behaviour and uncover how people think, communicate and act when committing crimes.

You will build a foundational understanding of core psychological topics, alongside practical skills to prepare you for a wide variety of careers.

Key highlights

  • BPS-accredited programme in the psychology of crime and punishment
  • Explores how people think, communicate and act when committing crimes
  • Covers core psychology of mind, brain and behaviour
  • Option to add an international or placement year
  • Develops practical skills for a wide range of careers

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBB — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • BTEC: DDM — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit
  • T-level: Merit — A Level: BBB BTEC: DDM T Level: Merit

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000
  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Trainee forensic psychologist
  • Assistant psychologist
  • Probation officer
  • Police officer
  • Prison officer
  • Victim support officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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