Criminology and Psychology (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Throughout the Criminology and Psychology (Hons) degree from University of Portsmouth you'll explore why people commit crimes, the psychological fallout, and how rehabilitation works. Studying in one of the UK's largest criminology departments, your diverse options will also include specialist subjects such as forensic psychology.

Career opportunities:

By studying aspects of two different but related disciplines – psychology and criminology – you’ll open yourself to a wide range of career options. You’ll be a natural fit for roles relating to work with offenders or victims of crime. Both are areas where there will likely always be a demand for skilled professionals.

The psychology aspects of your studies will broaden your career options. Your understanding of the human mind and behaviour could lead you to specialist jobs, such as forensic psychology (with further training). Knowledge of psychology can also be an asset in a diverse range of roles outside of criminal justice - from market research to human resources. With transferable skills in communications, critical thinking and analysis on your CV, you’ll be a very employable graduate.

What areas can you work in with a criminology with psychology degree?

Organisations you could work for include:

• the police force

• the probation service

• the prison service

• academic research

• victim and offender support charities

What jobs can you do with a criminology with Criminology and Psychology (Hons)  degree from University of Portsmouth?

Our graduates have gone on to jobs such as:

• investigative data analyst

• police officer

• defence and security analyst

• probation officer

• counter fraud intelligence analyst

• youth offending support officer

• offender case administrator