This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Students studying the BA Joint Honours will have the opportunity to develop a sound and extensive knowledge base in psychology and criminology, producing a scientific understanding of mind, brain, behaviour and experience and the complex interactions between these. Students will be equipped with knowledge of multiples perspectives and real-life scenarios that will encourage an understanding to complex social problems. On successful completion of the BA Joint Honours students could progress to post graduate study including MSc programmes for professional practice or higher-level specialist academic study. There is growing opportunities for developmental roles in a wide range of employment within the sector.
Modules
Level 4 (Year 1) · Introduction to Criminology · Introduction to Psychology · Equality, Diversity and Criminal Justice · The Psychology of Crime · Crime and Society · Introduction to Abnormal Psychology Level 5 (Year 2) · Research Methods · Developmental Psychology · Critical Criminology · Work Placement · Youth Justice · Individual Differences: Personality and Intelligence Level 6 (Year 3) · Research Project · Restorative Justice · Psychological Distress and Mental Wellbeing · Cyber Crime · Psychology of Peace and Conflict
Assessment method
Essays, academic posters, open book examinations, individual presentations, reflective accounts, research reports, literature critiques, work-based projects, case studies, online blogs, group presentations, group discussions, podcasts, lectures.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- CP10
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
Access to HE Diploma
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (C and above)
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Applicants applying for this course will require a DBS certificate.
Interview
All applicants are required to attend an interview and will be notified of the date and time via email, a text reminder is also sent the day before the interview. Applicants applying from outside the West Midlands alternative interview arrangements can be made for you, but we strongly encourage all prospective applicants come along to view Solihull College and University Centre’s facilities and meet the teaching teams. As part of your interview and possibly your offer you will be required to provide your original certificates, including GCSE’s or equivalents.
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £7850* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7850* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £7850* | Year 1 |
| England | £7850* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7850* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7850* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7850* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
There is a Work Placement module on level 5, you will need a satisfactory enhanced DBS for this, which will incur additional costs. Student’s may also wish to purchase key texts and there may be external visit opportunities that will also incur additional costs. Other costs include photocopying and printing and depending on the direction and ambition of your work. We suggest budgeting approximately £250-£300 in the first year.
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary Programme.
Provider information
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB