Criminology and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Criminology and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons) and other courses in Applied Psychology at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Applied Psychology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Psychology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Applied Psychology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21000 | £18000 | £21000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £24500 | £13000 - £21000 | £17000 - £27000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22959 | £20675 | £24193 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19993 - £26068 | £15670 - £25397 | £18625 - £30279 |
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Course Description
Modules in criminology research methods will also provide you with key technical and analytical skills necessary to engage in contemporary debates surrounding policies and practices designed to prevent crime. On completion of your degree, you will possess a repertoire of skills essential for pursuing a professional career in areas such as policing, prisons and youth justice.
Why study Criminology & Criminal Psychology at Aberystwyth University?
- The degree provides a balanced coverage of theory, policy and practice issues in criminology and criminal justice studies;
- The current teaching team comprises staff with expertise in the main disciplines that inform criminological study, such as psychology, sociology and law;
- A number of key modules are dedicated to illustrating how psychological theory, methods and techniques can be used to understand criminal behaviour;
- Our modules are continually revised and updated to reflect recent changes in patterns of criminal behaviour and crime policy responses;
- You will be taught by criminologists who are actively engaged in research;
- There are opportunities to undertake a criminal justice placement;
- Students can undertake supervised independent criminological research;
- We have an excellent working relationship with local criminal justice agencies.
On completion of your degree you will be in a strong position as potential candidate for:
- Police and Prison Services;
- National Probation Services;
- UK Border Agency;
- Intelligence Analyst for the Security.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Criminology and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons) at Aberystwyth University
| 15% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 15% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge English Advanced | ||
| Cambridge English Proficiency | ||
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With minimum 5.5 in each component. |
| PTE Academic | 62 | With minimum scores of 51 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Criminology and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| EU | £16520 | year 1 |
| International | £16520 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Aberystwyth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Aberystwyth University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #3
- #401
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #5
- #55
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
