Bournemouth University
Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Bournemouth University

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h Main Site
  • Sep 23, 2024 Part-time - 4 years
  • On campus - h Main Site
  • Sep 23, 2024 Part-time - 5 years

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Applied Psychology at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Applied Psychology.

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Source: National Student Survey NSS 2023. The Overall student satisfaction data point is from 2022 (latest available year). The Office for Students made the unfortunate decision to discontinue collecting overall student satisfaction data points per course.
All Applied Psychology courses of Bournemouth University
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Applied 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 £23000 £23500 £27500
25-75 percentile range £18000 - £26000 £19000 - £27500 £23000 - £34000
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Applied Psychology courses of Bournemouth University


Salary of all UK Graduates of Applied Psychology

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22509 £19583 £23998
25-75 percentile range £20026 - £25605 £15415 - £24898 £18977 - £29904
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
All Applied Psychology courses in the UK

Course Description

Focusing on current research and practice, this course covers psychological theories and processes within the criminal justice system and will give you an in-depth understanding of the UK criminal investigation process.

Why study BA (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year option) at BU?

  • Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings
  • Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues
  • Graduate with research skills and methods to investigate human behaviour and cognitive processes within the criminal justice system
  • Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice
  • Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff
  • Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months.

Foundation year: We have a foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Applied Psychology courses of Bournemouth University

Current jobs

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All courses of Bournemouth University

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
All Applied Psychology courses of Bournemouth University

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) at Bournemouth University

15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
15% Elementary occupations
15% Administrative occupations
10% Nursing Professionals
10% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
5% Information Technology Professionals
5% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Skilled trades occupations
0% Business and public service associate professionals
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Applied Psychology

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Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Oct 10, 2023
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Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 7.0
    • Bachelors
    • 7.0
    • Masters
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year), BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £17800 year 1
International £17800 year 1

Additional fee information

All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.

Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details

Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

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:

  • Foundation

University Rankings

Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Bournemouth University in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #48 
    • #63 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #65 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #44 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

See all 26 university rankings of Bournemouth University

About Bournemouth University

Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.

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Student composition of Bournemouth University

Total number of students enrolled at Bournemouth University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
12520
postgraduates:
2740
Total:
15260
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

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