Psychology and Law (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

This Psychology and Law (Hons) course at University of Derby aims to broaden your understanding of how the human mind works, while equipping you with skills and knowledge of the legal sector. It's networked into the legal profession, which opens up exciting opportunities for work internships and professional mentoring.

Expert teaching 

You'll be taught by expert staff who are conducting influential studies into areas of psychology such as mental health and wellbeing, compassion and mindfulness, autism and maths anxiety. And you’ll have guest lectures by world-class researchers. You’ll also conduct your own research and be able to contribute to cutting-edge psychological research projects at the University.  

This course is supported by visiting professors and guest lecturers who are leading authorities in their fields. Their celebrated Public Lecture Series also brings influential figures to the University to shed new light on the legal system. 

Careers

Studying psychology opens doors to many different sectors and professions - anywhere an understanding of people is valued - so your career options will be broad. Psychology graduates have gone on to successful roles in sectors such as: 

• Psychological research   
• Scientific or clinical research   
• Charity leadership   
• Mental health support and management   
• Health services and therapeutic care   
• Probation service and police   
• Human resources  
• Health psychology   
• Educational psychology   
• Occupational psychology