Course summary

This undergraduate Psychology BSc(Hons) degree is designed to give you a thorough grounding in both general psychology and criminal psychology, which could be applied to a wide range of situations and careers once you graduate. We’ll also help you gain an invaluable insight into what makes people behave the way they do and why they choose to take part in criminal activity. Psychology is the science of mind and behaviour. On this course, we’ll give you the opportunity to explore how psychological theory relates to the actions people take in life. You'll look at criminal behaviour and weigh up the different theories about the causes of crime – from parenting to society, peer pressure and genetics. You’ll look at how theories apply in the real-world, to gain crucial insights into how psychology is used within the criminal justice system. Why Study Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield? We're 24th in the UK (2nd in Yorkshire) for Psychology, in the Guardian League Tables 2025. This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS); you’ll be able to apply, on a graduate basis, for Chartered Membership, if you graduate with a Lower Second Class Honours or higher and complete the empirical psychology project. You’ll be taught by psychology and criminology lecturers who are experts in several fields and have a wide range of specialisms. They are focused on supporting you, and we have a dedicated Transition and Progression Tutor, who will help you adapt to studying psychology at degree level. Many of our lecturers are members of our Applied Criminology and Policing Centre, too, and produce world-leading research in this field. Some of our-final year optional modules are partly taught by professional clinical and forensic psychologists, giving you the opportunity to learn directly from those in professional practice. You’ll have the opportunity to build your communication skills, assertiveness, ability to work in teams and hone presentation techniques, all of which are useful in many careers and professions. You’ll enhance your studies by using specialist equipment in our psychology labs, including an electroencephalographic (EEG) machines, biopacs, an eye movement tracker, an Oculus Rift and specialist polygraph (lie detector machine). This course aims to ensure you’re more attractive to employers, boosting your prospects or helping you step with confidence into a related role. Alternatively, this degree will prepare you for further study, helping you expand your knowledge and hone your skills. Professional Bodies This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and provides eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, if you graduate with a Lower Second Class Honours or higher and complete the empirical psychology project. This accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis. Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area. Not quite ready to start Psychology with Criminology BSc(Hons)? Successful completion of one of our Foundation Pathways will equip you with the foundation knowledge to study Psychology with Criminology.