Criminology and Psychology (Placement Year) Lancaster University

Overview

Throughout the Criminology and Psychology (Placement Year) course from Lancaster University you will learn about core criminological and psychological concepts, perspectives and methods, including explanations for crime and offending behaviour and social psychology. You will consider how to carry out criminological and psychological research and bring together these disciplines to explore their synergies.

Our team of world leading experts will introduce you to key themes and topics in Criminology and Psychology and bring you up to date with the latest research. 

One of the best aspects of the interdisciplinarity of the subjects is the broad range of career options it provides. From policy, government and criminal justice agencies to charities and corporations, potential employers will not only value your knowledge of crime and criminal justice in a range of contexts, but also your ability to think critically, carry out research and analyse data. Speaking in public, writing coherently, planning projects, developing arguments, creative decision making, independent working, and working effectively in a team are all skills that you will develop in this programme and that you can add to your CV.

Topics might include:

• Forensic and investigative psychology

• Theorising crime and deviance

• Policing and the criminal justice system

• Organised crime and cybercrime

• Developmental and social psychology

• Youth justice

• Crime and power

Careers:

• Criminal justice agencies (the police force, HM Prison Service, the National Probation Service, GSL UK)
• The Home Office and Ministry of Justice
• NHS trusts
• The Department for Health and Social Care
• Local Government
• Charities
• Youth offending services
• Legal and Consulting firms
• Banks and financial institutions