Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
University of Derby
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) at University of Derby 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 | |
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Median salary | £20000 | £19000 | £23000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £24500 | £15500 - £22500 | £18500 - £26500 |
All Psychology courses of University of Derby
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
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
Offering a fascinating combination of Criminology and Psychology, this degree is the ideal preparation for a career focused on understanding, reducing and preventing criminal behaviour.
Why choose this course?
You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the rapidly expanding field of forensic and criminal psychology – including criminal profiling, investigative interviewing and rehabilitation of offenders – and how it can be used to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing the justice system today.
Is this course for you?
If you want to apply psychological theories and research to real-life criminal justice problems, this is the course for you. You’ll choose from modules covering everything from psychopathy to murder investigations, hate crime to domestic abuse.
How you will learn
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology concentrates on evidence-based practice and prepares you to become a capable researcher, skilled in analysing data and policies. Our teaching entails a compelling mix of lectures, seminars, role plays and workshops, delivered by research-active lecturers and practising criminal justice professionals.
Opportunities and experiences
There are regular fieldtrips to courts, prisons and youth offender training centres, plus the chance to meet leading figures from the profession through our vibrant guest speaker programme.
Careers and employability
Graduates who can draw on knowledge of criminal psychology are in high demand. BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology paves the way to fulfilling careers in professions including the police, probation and prison services, and youth offending teams. It can also lead to roles in research and policy-making within the criminal justice system.
Did you know? We also offer this course:
- With a Foundation Year
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 Derby
40% | Administrative occupations |
20% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Customer service occupations |
10% | Sales occupations |
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
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Costs
Tuition Fees Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)
EU | £14900 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £14900 | 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 University of Derby in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Derby in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #56
- #501
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #59
- #72
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 19 university rankings of University of Derby
About University of Derby
The University of Derby is a publicly owned university located in the city of Derby, England. The university’s main campus is in Allestree, a suburbian zone in Derby itself, and is situated directly opposite the popular Markeaton Park where many students enjoy going for a walk in their free time.
List of 218 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Derby - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Derby
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Derby by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13155
- postgraduates:
- 2515
- Total:
- 15670
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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
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Criminology and Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) | University of Chichester | 81% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £15840 | 131 | Chichester | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Psychology BSc (Hons) | Sheffield Hallam University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15860 £16655 | - | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology with Forensic Psychology BA (Hons) | University of West London | - | - | - | £9250 | £16250 | - | Ealing | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Criminal Psychology BSc (Hons) | University of Greenwich | - | - | - | £9250 | £16150 £17000 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) | York St John University | 84% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £14000 | 118 | York | On campus Full-time | |
Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) | Teesside University | 73% | 6% | 5% | £9250 | £15000 | 109 | Middlesbrough | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Psychology (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | - | - | - | £9250 | £12500 | - | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Forensic Psychology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | - | - | - | £9250 | £14900 | - | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) | Liverpool John Moores University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16100 | - | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Psychology with Forensic and Investigative Psychology BSc (Hons) | University of Abertay Dundee | 85% | 10% | 7% | £9250 | £15000 | 165 | Dundee | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- 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)