Criminology and Criminal Psychology

About this programme

Criminology and Criminal Psychology Code M9C6 Applicant Visiting Days Applicant Visiting Days --> Attend an Open Day Attend an Open Day Open Days - Register Now Open Days - Register Now --> Apply Now Scholarships and Bursaries worth over £15,000 – apply now --> Accepting late applications Apply now --> Taught in the oldest Law department in Wales, BSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology at Aberystwyth University is a fascinating subject that focuses on the fundamental aspects of Criminology but places special emphasis on the psychological approaches to understanding human behaviour and criminality. You will examine crime causation and the impact of crime on individuals, communities and societies, and explore psychological explanations of criminal behaviour and the management of offenders. Modules in criminology research methods will also provide you with key technical and analytical skills necessary to engage in contemporary debates surrounding policies and practices designed to prevent crime. On completion of your BSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology degree, you will possess a repertoire of skills essential for pursuing a professional career in areas such as policing, prisons and youth justice. The BSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology degree provides a balanced coverage of theory, policy and practice issues in criminology and criminal justice studies. The course draws upon sociological, psychological and legal theories and real-world examples to explore the causes of crime, how crime is defined, and why certain behaviours are regarded as criminal. It explores a wid