22Jun
UndergraduateGoldsmiths, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
On this degree you'll explore psychological theories, methods and processes relating to the legal, criminal and civil justice systems. Why study BSc Psychology with Forensic Psychology at Goldsmiths
- You'll develop a thorough understanding of the key issues and debates that relate to psychology and forensic psychology. You’ll also be trained in the design of experiments, hands-on lab skills, and the use of psychology-relevant software for data and statistical analysis.
- You'll benefit from a mentoring scheme during which you’ll be paired with a member of academic staff with forensic psychology expertise who will advise you on career options and support your employability skills.
- You will gain a wide range of transferable skills associated with the practice of psychology, including critical thinking, analytical skills, reflection, self-motivation, planning and organisation.
- You will be actively encouraged to seek opportunities for summer internships or other work experience placements to further build on your skills and knowledge.
- During your final year of study you'll carry out a research project under close supervision of a member of academic staff whose research interests and expertise are in the forensic psychology field. You will learn about all aspects of research in the area of forensic psychology, which forms one of the roots of our research-led teaching.
- Working and learning in an applied fashion will allow you to gain an appreciation of how to use available evidence-bases to inform practice, and how research can feed back into the working process.
- Our academics are experts in their field, and you’ll have the opportunity to get involved in the world-class research taking place in the department.
- You’ll have access to fantastic facilities. These include laboratories, a visual perception and attention laboratory, virtual reality equipment, and a mock police interview suite with recording equipment and an observation room.
- The programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), so you can be assured of the very best education and training in psychology during your degree. BPS-accredited programmes are highly valued by employers and give students a route to full BPS membership.
Modules
Year 1 In your first year you'll take introductory modules covering the main topics within psychology: cognitive, developmental, social, individual differences and biological psychology. You'll also receive practical training in the principles, methods and techniques of psychological research. There will be an applied or forensic emphasis to the academic tutorials, which will be taught by an expert in this area. Year 1 modules: The Psychology of the Person Biological and Comparative Approaches to Psychology Information Processing and Cognition Design and Analysis of Psychological Investigations Practical Issues in Psychological Research Extended Essay in Psychology Skills and Employability in Psychology Year 2 Your second year will provide you with more in-depth knowledge and understanding of the concepts, theories and empirical research relating to biological psychology, individual differences, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, and social psychology. You'll also explore statistics and laboratory-based research. Research projects undertaken in the second year will have a forensic psychology emphasis, and will be supervised by a member of staff with relevant expertise. Year 2 modules: Biological Substrates of Behaviour Personality and Individual Differences Social Psychology Developmental Psychology Design and Analysis of Psychological Studies Cognitive Psychology Research Methods in Psychology Year In your final year, you'll take the following compulsory modules: Research Project Psychology and Law Addictive Behaviours For your Research Project you'll carry out original work on a forensic psychology-focused topic of your choice, with the guidance and support of an academic supervisor from the department. Option modules You also choose 3 option modules to the value of 45 credits from a list produced annually by the department. Some of the modules currently available include: Psychopathology: Cognitive behaviour models and treatments Multivariate Statistical Methods in Psychology Applications of Attention Research Anomalistic Psychology Topics in Neuropsychology Neurodevelopmental Disorders Behavioural Genetics Psychological Approaches to Music The Interpersonal Self Psychology and Education Social-Moral Development Cognitive Neuroscience Magic and the Mind Social Psychology of Social Problems Psychology of the Arts, Aesthetics and Attraction Cross-cultural and Individual Differences in Attention and Awareness Please note that some of the modules listed are 'compulsory', which means that you must pass them to progress to the next level of study. Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods, depending on your module choices. These include coursework, examinations, laboratory reports, group work and research projects.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- 8C00
- Institution code:
- G56
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
120 credits at Level 4 and a 2:1 average in a comparable programme, and meet the standard qualification requirements for entry to Year 1 of the programme.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - BBBBC
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2
T Level - M
You should normally have at least Grade B/Grade 6 in GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics or Statistics, and English.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5 |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
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Provider information
Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross
Lewisham
SE14 6NW