Psychology with Criminology with Professional Placement Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Our new BSc Psychology with Criminology course looks at how individual behaviour and broader social systems intersect, especially in the context of crime and justice.

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), making you eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) – a key step for those pursuing a career in psychology. You’ll learn from passionate academic staff in the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences (PCLS) and the School of Law.

You’ll gain a solid grounding in modern psychology – including social, cognitive, forensic, and biological approaches – to help us explain human behaviour. You’ll also explore critical criminological perspectives on crime, punishment, justice, inequality and the media.

You’ll build an in-depth understanding of how society and psychology interact by studying offender motivation, victim experiences, systemic bias, and forensic psychology.

From exploring key psychological theories in Year 1 to designing your own research project in your final year, you’ll be empowered to align your learning with your interests and aspirations.

Placement year

Our successful placement programme will provide you with hands-on experiences and transferable skills, enhancing your employability and helping you stand out in job applications.

Our strong industry connections, and the diverse range of employers we work with, enable us to help you find placements on various career paths. Many of our students are offered jobs from their placement providers once they have completed their placement.

For more information, please visit the course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/psychology-ug/bsc-psychology-with-criminology-with-professional-placement-year