Criminal Investigation with Psychology (Hons) Solent University

Overview

The skills developed are benchmarked against the requirements of investigations and psychology employment such as analytical thinking, crime scene investigations, presentation of evidential studies and critical thinking.

The Criminal Investigation with Psychology (Hons) degree at Solent University is regularly updated and informed by the latest theory and working practice, thanks to experienced lecturing staff working within criminal justice and criminology – ensuring your tuition is current, real-world relevant and tailored to the needs of the industry.

And the university is proud to offer a wide range of expert guest speakers from the industry, enhancing your learning through practical understanding of sector challenges and considerations – and offering a network of employment opportunities. 

The course is also supported by optional site visits, both locally and internationally, giving you the chance to broaden your perspective of the criminal justice sector.

Career

Crime, justice and global perspectives is a real concern for society. The industry offers a variety of employment opportunities that are valuable to society, interesting, stimulating, rewarding and professional.

This course provides specialist skills that are highly relevant within the sector, and develops broader skills in presentation, analysis and research that the criminal justice and wider employers, such as victim care and probation teams, seek.

The course also enjoys relationships with professionals who work within public health, police, probation, cyber, military, charity sector and victims support services, and act as frequent guest speakers on the course.

Additionally, some staff members attend and speak at the European Criminology Society Conference, National NSPCC Safeguarding Conference, New Jersey Leadership Conference, International Association of Chief Officers, National Catholic Church Diocese Conference and the Mencap South Regional Conference, among others.