Criminology and Psychology (Hons) Solent University

Overview

You will develop key industry skills in analytical thinking, crime scene investigations, presentation of evidential studies and critical thinking, along with the key knowledge of psychological and criminological theory to prepare you for a career in relevant fields and sectors. 

The Criminology and Psychology (Hons) degree at Solent University is designed and constantly refreshed with current thinking, thanks to a lecturing staff with plenty of experience and current connections within the criminal justice and criminology arena.

You will also benefit from a wide range of guest speakers who are industry experts, giving you a valuable window into real-world situations and challenges – as well as a network of employment opportunities. The courses are also supported by site visits, both locally and internationally, giving you the chance to explore the global perspective first-hand and draw on this in your learning journey.

Career

Criminology and psychology-related skills are key within the criminal justice sector and related fields. Crime, justice and the underlying behavioural and cultural factors are a critical part of society, and the industry offers a variety of employment opportunities that are interesting, stimulating, socially responsible, rewarding and professional.

The course provides specialist and broadly valuable skills that the criminal justice sector and wider employers, such as victim care and probation teams, are looking for, including presentation, analytical and critical thinking, writing skills and research.

Guest speakers provide opportunities for students in related fields, as do the professional networks of teaching staff, thanks to the course team’s close working relationship with local and national related employers.