Psychology with Forensic Investigation Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Psychology with Forensic Investigation Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Focusing on current research and practice, this course covers psychological theories and processes within the criminal justice system and will give you an in-depth understanding of the UK criminal investigation process.
Why study BA (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation at BU?
• Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings.
• Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues.
Focusing on current research and practice, this course covers psychological theories and processes within the criminal justice system and will give you an in-depth understanding of the UK criminal investigation process.
Why study BA (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation at BU?
• Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings.
• Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues.
• Graduate with research skills and methods to investigate human behaviour and cognitive processes within the criminal justice system.
• Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice.
• Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff.
• Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023).
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A50-C29
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
112–128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
The entry requirements for this course are 112 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
Scottish Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades AABC–AAAB) from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
112 - 128 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD–BCC) from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
Extended Project
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
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Fees and funding
| 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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