Criminology with Psychology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Criminology with Psychology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Explore the criminal mind and define the nature of crime. This course provides a deeper insight into criminology, discovering the psychology behind criminal behaviour.
Why study BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology at BU?
• Explore two distinct disciplines, which will allow you to take a closer look at the study of crime and the criminal justice system, and enrich this learning through the study of psychology
• A fascinating combination of criminology and psychology modules will provide different perspectiv...
Explore the criminal mind and define the nature of crime. This course provides a deeper insight into criminology, discovering the psychology behind criminal behaviour.
Why study BA (Hons) Criminology with Psychology at BU?
• Explore two distinct disciplines, which will allow you to take a closer look at the study of crime and the criminal justice system, and enrich this learning through the study of psychology
• A fascinating combination of criminology and psychology modules will provide different perspectives on the motivations behind human behaviour, both individually and collectively
• Decide your focus by choosing units in your second and final year to create a bespoke degree to reflect your chosen interests or career aspirations
• Learn from research-active social scientists in fields including sociology, social anthropology, criminology and psychology
• Choose from either a 30-week ‘sandwich’ placement or a shorter four-week placement to provide you with important work experience
• Develop your own piece of research based on a topic that interests you, or aligns itself with your future career or study plans, in your final year dissertation.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A57-A49
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
112–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent
Scottish Higher
112 - 128 UCAS tariff points (grades AABC–AAAB) from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD–BCC) from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 tariff points (Grade D*D)
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28 - 31 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This course requires Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 tariff points).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
112 tariff points (Grade DMM).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
A level
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades BBC–ABB) from a minimum of 2 A-levels.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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