Criminology with Psychology (Hons) University of Northampton

Overview

Course Details

The Criminology with Psychology course from the University of Northampton’s will cover many of the criminological theories and research methodologies relating to the study of crime but will also incorporate some psychological dimensions.

The curriculum and the modules offered cover all aspects of criminological enquiry. Each year of study the students in this programme will be studying 4 criminology and 2 psychology modules, leading up to year three when they complete their Criminology with Psychology dissertation utilising knowledge from the previous two years.

The focus is primarily criminological and all students on the course will be student members of the British Society of Criminology. All students will become familiar with ethical protocols and codes of conduct in applying criminology in social settings.

This Criminology with Psychology course does not offer a graduate basis for chartered membership in the BPS, and it is not appropriate for those who wish to work solely in psychology.

Career Opportunities

The University of Northampton’s graduates can go on to employment in a wide range of professions for people working with 

• victims of crime

• people who commit crime and those people who are at risk of becoming victims/offenders or both

• victim support
• offender rehabilitation and agencies working with young people or other populations at risk, including refugees, minorities etc.