Forensic and Criminological Psychology (with a Placement Year) BSc (Hons)
Staffordshire University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Forensic and Criminological Psychology (with a Placement Year) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Applied Psychology at Staffordshire 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 | |
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Median salary | £22000 | £17500 | £21000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £27000 | £13500 - £22500 | £16500 - £26500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Psychology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22509 | £19583 | £23998 |
25-75 percentile range | £20026 - £25605 | £15415 - £24898 | £18977 - £29904 |
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Course Description
Our exciting and versatile Forensic and Criminological Psychology degree will broaden your knowledge of the key psychological approaches, towards understanding and explaining criminal behaviour and the justice system. You'll learn about the individual and social context of crime, criminal behaviour and the Criminal Justice System from sociological, legal and psychological perspectives and how this relates to crime investigation, victimology, legal and court psychology, the role of punitive justice, treatment and rehabilitation alongside a wide spectrum of contemporary theories and other areas in psychology. If you want to investigate how psychology can help us to understand criminal behaviour and the Justice System, this course provides an excellent basis for a career in forensic psychology and criminology related areas.
The course is delivered by specialist staff teaching in our multi-million-pound purpose-built Science Centre where our facilities include an observation room, psychology labs and cutting-edge equipment including equipment measuring physiological responses. You’ll investigate the theories and principles of forensic and criminological psychology and how these are applied in legal and other offender settings. The applied nature of forensic and criminological psychology is highlighted throughout the course, and you’ll carry out a varied range of tasks and assessments. You’ll be given opportunities to examine methods for collecting and analysing information, to provide the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills and receive feedback. Employability skills will also be highlighted throughout the course to ensure that you are well prepared for a wide variety of careers including the prison service, health, police, probation service, victim support and services supporting families of offenders or victims, as well as (for example) HR, teaching and the charitable sector or on to further postgraduate study. You can also incorporate a module of volunteering/research experience or a placement year as part of your degree.
With only a few similar courses running across the country, it provides a firm and unique basis for postgraduate study. There is also a focus on course community and identity and the incorporation of interesting ways to learn both online and face-to-face. Across the Psychology department, our courses also consistently scoring highly in teaching and academic support across student surveys. We have a long history (25 years) of running British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited courses. We have recently refreshed and improved our courses and as a result of this we are currently awaiting the accreditation of this new course being delivered from September 2022.
Students on all undergraduate Psychology courses at Staffordshire University can opt to undertake a placement (sandwich) year; a structured work experience opportunity (lasting for 9 months) in between levels 5 and 6 which enables you to develop and implement psychology specific and transferable skills whilst getting experience in a professional working environment which is assessed through a written refelction and activity log. In level 5 as part of the Steps to Success module, all students will be supported and encouraged to engage in a voluntary work placement which will apply their knowledge and enable application of their skills gained so far. Additionally students have the option to undertake and Research Assistantship modules, which involve work placements.
Previous placement locations have included Academies, YMCA, British Red Cross, Mind, fostering services, Asha, Midlands Psychology, Staffordshire University Technical Services, research assistantships, Change Grow Live, mental health and wellbeing clinics.
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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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Forensic and Criminological Psychology (with a Placement Year) BSc (Hons) at Staffordshire University
15% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Other Health Professionals |
10% | Health associate professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Design occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Applied Psychology
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 5.0
- Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Costs
Tuition Fees Forensic and Criminological Psychology (with a Placement Year) BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £16750 | year 1 |
International | £16750 | year 1 |
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 Staffordshire University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Staffordshire University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #47
- #61
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #49
- #64
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 16 university rankings of Staffordshire University
About Staffordshire University
Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.
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Student composition of Staffordshire University
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Total number of students enrolled at Staffordshire University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12255
- postgraduates:
- 1340
- Total:
- 13595
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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
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023