Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Psychology with Criminal Investigation (C8L3)

The BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminal Investigation at the University of West London provides students with insights into human behaviour, as well as explanations of the causes of crime and criminal justice responses, combining core content from the British Psychological Society (BPS) with innovative modules exploring current critical criminology and psychology debates.

Undertaking this psychology with criminal investigation degree may open the door for students to pursue postgraduate study or training to work with ex-offenders or victims of crime.

As the course is accredited by the BPS, students may have the option of further study in a related area such as forensic psychology and progressing to train as forensic psychologists.

Students will learn from staff and guest speakers with valuable experience in the field, while also having the opportunity to apply their learning in a setting of their choosing.

The University’s psychology research facilities include state-of-the-art brain imaging electroencephalogram (EEG), eye-tracking equipment, an immersive experience room, and a range of experiment and research software. Students are provided with access and a high standard of support for the use of these facilities.

Upon completion of the course, students may be eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS), which includes the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). GBC is the first step toward becoming a Chartered Psychologist and allows students to pursue further BPS-accredited postgraduate training in areas such as clinical, educational, or occupational psychology. To be eligible for Graduate Membership and GBC, students must pass the empirical psychology project and be awarded at least a Second Class Honours degree. Becoming a Chartered Member of the BPS requires additional accredited postgraduate training, supervised practice, and relevant experience, depending on the chosen field of psychology.