Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
University of Chester
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) at University of Chester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Applied Psychology.
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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 | £20000 | £18000 | £21500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £16000 - £24000 | £14000 - £21500 | £17500 - £26000 |
All Psychology courses of University of Chester
Salary of all UK Graduates of 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 |
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Course Description
Our accredited and exciting Forensic Psychology degree focuses on the causes, investigation and prosecution of crime, as well as the treatment and management of offenders.
This course will allow you to focus on the use of psychology in areas including: understanding crime and criminality, criminal investigation and profiling, and the criminal justice system.
This course is also accredited by The British Psychological Society as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), and has been designed to follow the British Psychological Society core curriculum.
In studying Forensic Psychology at Chester, we will provide you with opportunities to undertake specialist project work in forensic related areas, and develop your knowledge of the most recent theory and practice in the area through expert teaching from active researchers.
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 Psychology BSc (Hons) at University of Chester
| 20% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 20% | Teaching Professionals |
| 20% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 15% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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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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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The University may increase these fees at the start of each subsequent year of your course in line with inflation at that time, as measured by the Retail Price Index. These fee levels and increases are subject to any necessary government, and other regulatory, approvals.
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of University of Chester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Chester in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #50
- #64
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- Psychology
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #52
- #68
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- Psychology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 14 university rankings of University of Chester
About University of Chester
The University of Chester, as the name suggests, is a university located in Chester. The university is formally affiliated with the Christian faith, but they make it clear in their mission statement that students of all faiths or no faith at all are welcome at their university. Chester operates from a total of six campuses, five of which are in Chester, the other in Warrington, with the main campus building being known as Parkgate Road Campus.
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Student composition of University of Chester
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Chester by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 8005
- postgraduates:
- 3300
- Total:
- 11305
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Forensic Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
