Thames Valley University

Course Details

BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology

Course Description

This course offers you a comprehensive grounding in the analysis of crime, criminal behaviour and the criminal justice system. The course combines the study of criminology and psychology covering the biological, social learning and cognitive models of crime. This degree is of practical relevance if you want to pursue a career in: juvenile justice, court services, law enforcement, prisons and the probation services, victim support. A key strength of the course are our work-based learning modules. These provide an invaluable opportunity for you to gain experience in a crime-related field, and enhance your chances of finding relevant employment after graduation. The Guardian University Guide 2012 ranked us as the top modern London-based law school.

Course Duration

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3year

Career outcomes

This course is relevant if you wish to pursue a career in the courts, law enforcement agencies, the prison service or the probation service. The opportunities available are numerous, and you will be able to find employment as police, probation and prison officers, or with private companies in the security industry, the court system, and in the administration of justice. Learning outcomes What's in it for me? Our aim is to produce graduates with all the skills and abilities needed to flourish in the world of criminology and law. We hope you will leave us: - with a thorough understanding of the main aspects of the field of criminology - with the ability to analyse and acquire information - with the ability to devise and sustain arguments, evaluate assumptions, abstract concepts and data and to solve problems using ideas and techniques learned on the course - with a real grasp of current research and ideas - with the ability to manage your own learning, a sense of personal responsibility and confidence in your own initiative - with the ability to initiate and carry out projects and communicate information, ideas and problems to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. Study progression On successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to progress to the MA Criminology and Criminal Justice.




BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology Thames Valley University