Psychology with Forensic Perspectives (with Foundation Year) - BSc (Hons)

Teesside University

**This course includes a foundation year - ideal if you need additional preparation or if you don't have sufficient grades to join Year 1 of a degree.****Course details**:\Unravel the minds behind crime. Delve into the psychology of criminal behaviour, applying your knowledge and theory to understanding psychological problems associated with criminal behaviour and the wider criminal justice system and the treatment of this behaviour.You develop a strong understanding of psychology through hands-on learning experiences, exploring how theories and concepts are applied in real-world settings – with a particular focus on forensic psychology.You gain extensive research training, enabling you to undertake your own independent study in the field of forensic psychology. Develop a range of transferable skills, allowing you to confidently enter the work environments or continue your professional development.**Top reasons to study this course**:* **Route specific modules:** gain specialist knowledge and understanding of forensic psychology for route-specific modules each year, which enhance your understanding of the relationship between psychology and crime.* **Learning with local community impact:** the Applying Psychology to a Complex World module lets you tackle real issues of interest to the local community around the University. This might involve projects around the environment and wellbeing, gambling-related harms, or the impact of poverty on mental health.* **Employability:** professional development opportunities and employability skills are embedded throughout the course in key modules, and through our links with local organisations and employers.* **Digital skill development:** develop a range of digital skills that are relevant to your future career pathways.**After the course:**On successful completion with a 2.2 or above, you will be eligible to apply for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership status with the British Psychological Society (www.bps.org.uk).\The skills and knowledge developed on this course are suited to postgraduate training to become a Chartered Psychologist in any area of psychology. You can also enter a broad range of careers including health and social welfare, the probation service, the prison service, the police, voluntary organisations and the public sector, as well as more business-related roles.

Psychology