Psychology and Crime Foundation Pathway leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Our integrated foundation degrees are for those of you who possess the capability to pursue a degree but do not have the pre-requisite qualifications to directly apply to your desired course. The duration of the foundation element is one year, and, if you successfully pass, you will automatically progress on to the degree.

Through this pathway you’ll be studying Year 0 (Foundation Year) of the Psychology with Criminology with Foundation Year BSc(Hons) course (a 4-year course). On successful completion of this year you can continue to study on the Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons) course\*\* or you could apply to progress into Year 1 of one of the following courses:

* Psychology BSc(Hons)†

* Psychology with Counselling BSc(Hons)†

* Crime with Forensic Investigation BSc(Hons)††

† Eligibility to progress into Year 1 of the Psychology degree courses, including Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons), is normally dependent on achieving an overall pass mark of at least 40 per cent. To progress into Year 1 of these courses you’ll also be expected to hold Level 2 Maths or Numeracy or GCSE Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme.\
†† Eligibility to progress into Year 1 of Crime with Forensic Investigation BSc(Hons)  is normally dependent on achieving an overall pass mark of at least 40 per cent. To progress into Year 1 of this courses you’ll also be expected to hold GCSE Science (Chemistry, Physics, Biology or dual award Science) at grade 4 or above, grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme, or equivalent qualification.

Why Study Psychology with Criminology with Foundation Year BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?

During this Psychology and Crime Foundation Pathway you'll gain a thorough grounding in both general psychology and criminal psychology, which could be applied to a wide range of situations and careers once you graduate.

You’ll explore some specialist areas, including biopsychology, developmental psychology, personality and individual differences, and forensic psychology. We’ll also help you gain an invaluable insight into what makes people behave the way they do and why they choose to take part in criminal activity.

As psychology is the science of mind and behaviour, we’ll give you the opportunity to explore how psychological theory relates to the actions people take in life. You'll look at criminal behaviour and weigh up the different theories about the causes of crime – from parenting to society, peer pressure and genetics. You’ll look at how theories apply in the real world, to gain crucial insights into how psychology is used within the criminal justice system.

You’ll be taught by psychology and criminology lecturers who are experts in several fields and have a wide range of specialisms. They are focused on supporting you, and we have a dedicated Transition and Progression Tutor, who will help you adapt to studying Psychology at degree level.

Many of our lecturers are members of our Crime and Policing Research Centre, and produce world-leading research in this field. Some of our-final year optional modules are partly taught by professional clinical and forensic psychologists, giving you the opportunity to learn directly from those in professional practice.

This course aims to ensure you’re more attractive to employers. Alternatively, it will prepare you for further study, helping you expand your knowledge and hone your skills.

Professional Bodies\
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and provides eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, if you graduate with a Lower Second Class Honours or higher and complete the empirical psychology project. This accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis.

Why Huddersfield?\
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study.