27Nov
UndergraduateThis course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Blackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Our BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice (Psychology) degree offers a unique blend of two dynamic disciplines, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of criminal behaviour, the criminal justice system, and the psychological processes that underpin human actions. This interdisciplinary approach equips you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a variety of careers in criminal justice, mental health, social services, education and beyond. Our expert lecturers will guide you through a curriculum that is both challenging and inspiring. Your course provides you with opportunities to engage in practical learning through work placements, and field trips, offering you a first hand look at the criminal justice system and psychological services. Practitioners and industry experts from a range of multidisciplinary agencies will provide insights into real life challenges of the justice and penal system. Depending on your choice of career pathway, the Criminology and Criminal Justice with Psychology programme is also designed to prepare you for postgraduate life, whether as a practitioner in the criminal justice field, an academic researcher or criminal justice policy maker. To start your exciting journey on this course you will be begin with a Level 4 Certificate in Higher Education in Criminology and Criminal Justice (CertHE) which will help you to explore the core principles of psychology, the foundations of criminological theory and the workings of the criminal justice system. Once you have successfully completed the CertHE, you will have the option to join the Level 5 (second year) of the Criminology and Criminal Justice with Psychology degree programme. This will allow you to explore the relationship between crime, psychology and human behaviour in depth. Then in your final year you will apply the theories you have learnt to investigate a topic of your choice and carry out a large scale empirical research.
Modules
Modules at level 4 Module title Code Credits Optional Becoming a Criminologist TH4MD341 20 No Introduction to Criminological Theory TH4MD342 20 No Psychology of Crime TH4MD343 20 No Imprisonment and Rehabilitation TH4MD344 20 No Introduction to Criminal Justice TH4MD345 20 No Criminology in Action TH4MD346 20 No Modules at level 5 Module title Code Credits Optional Social Psychology and Crime TH5MD0001 20 No The Psychology of Human Development and Behaviour TH5MD0002 20 No Work Experience Criminology into Practice TH5MD357 20 No Researching Crime and Justice TH5MD359 20 No Psychology in the Criminal Justice System TH5MD360 20 No Criminology and International Human Rights TH5MD362 20 No
Assessment method
No Exams! We’ve set ourselves apart by designing innovative, stimulating, and engaging assessments which focus on real life scenarios. From delivering podcasts and presentations, to collecting real data for research using contemporary online digital platforms and technology, your assessments will provide the bridge to fill the gap between theory and practice. This will give you the opportunity to investigate, explore and deepen your understanding of all the exciting intersections of Criminology and Psychology. Our assessments are designed in collaboration with industry experts that are dynamic and reflective of the real word complexities of working in the criminal justice system.
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
14Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- M213
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
All applicants will be required to attend an information, advice and guidance appointment either on campus or remotely. The session will give you the opportunity to meet our tutors and ask any questions you may have about studying at B&FC.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
B&FC may increase tuition fees for future years in line with any inflationary uplift, as determined by the UK government. We will keep you informed of any updates or confirmation from the government on this position.
For further information on government changes to the tuition fees and maintenance loans, please visit The Education HUB on GOV.uk.
Provider information
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB