Criminology and Psychology Swansea University Degree level: Undergraduate
Course summary
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Psychology is the scientific study of the relationship between the mind, brain and behaviour. Students will study the psychological and neuro-scientific processes that underpin activities such as thinking, reasoning, memory and language, learn the consequences of brain injury and explore ways to improve health-related behaviour.
Criminology offers the opportunity to acquire detailed knowledge and understanding of the most important explanatory theories of crime and deviance and their relevance to contemporary criminal justice policy, research and practice. Reflecting a developing and ever-changing area of policy and thought, new topics are introduced through regular review of course content (e.g. Serious Crime and Social Harm, including terrorism and trafficking).
As a BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology graduate, you will tend to be highly numerate and possess high-quality essay writing and critical analysis skills. You will develop effective team working and problem-solving skills, good ICT abilities, the skills needed for independent research and excellent oral communication skills. With these transferable and valuable attributes, you will have much to offer to a variety of employers.
As more businesses recruit from a global pool of talent, we are finding new ways to help our students stand out from the crowd. We support and encourage you to take advantage of opportunities for studying and working abroad which could:
Reward you with an international outlook and cultural awareness.
Help you gain confidence and become more self-reliant.
- Give you independence and initiative for the best possible start to your career.
Students commencing the three-year BSc (Hons) Criminology & Psychology undergraduate degree have the option to apply to transfer to the Criminology and Psychology with a Year abroad Undergraduate Programme. Popular destinations include: Hong Kong, Germany, The Netherlands, North America, Australia, Poland, and Ireland.
The Department of Psychology is ranked 5th in the UK for Graduate Prospects by 2018 The Times and Sunday Times University League Tables.
Criminology is ranked 3rd in the UK (Times Good University Guide 2018)
- ACCREDITATION: The Psychology Degree is validated by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and (providing that a minimum of a Second Class Honours Degree, Division Two is achieved) confers eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS and for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). The first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
Visit our employability pages to read our graduate success stories: http://www.swansea.ac.uk/humanandhealthsciences/employability/
Course details
Modules
Year 1 compulsory:
Study Skills in Criminology
Cognition I: Basic Processes
Social & Developmental Psychology
Biological Psychology
Individual and Abnormal Psychology
Statistics and Research Methods for Joint Honours
Year 2 compulsory:
Cognition II: Higher Level Processes
Brain and Behaviour
Research and Experimental Methods I
Year 2 optional:
Penology and Punishment
Criminological Theory: Content and Application
Crime, Drugs and Alcohol
Understanding Policing
Media, Crime & Criminal Justice
Year 3 compulsory:
Development Across the Lifespan
From Individuals to Society
Independent Research Project - Joint Honours
Year 3 optional:
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Cognitive Neuropsychology
Cognitive Neuroscience Approaches to Vision, Memory and Consciousness
Contemporary Issues in Eating Behaviour Research
Drugs and Behaviour
Evolution and Human Behaviour
Forensic Developmental Psychopathology
Investigative Psychology
Nutrition and Behaviour
Personality and Sexual Disorders
Philosophy of Psychology
Behaviour Change: Health, Organisations and Advertising
Psychopathology: Anxiety Disorders
Sleep and Dreaming
Psychology of Sport and Exercise
Understanding and Managing Criminal Behaviour
Work Psychology
Modules are subject to change and departments reserve the right to change the details.
Assessment method
In each year students are assessed through a combination of coursework and exams. Methods include written examinations (MCQ, short- and long-questions), essays, research reports, blog posts, case formulations, and presentations (oral and poster).
How to apply
Application deadlines
If your application is completed by the following date, it’s guaranteed to be considered:
15 January
*If you apply after this deadline, universities or colleges don’t have to consider your application if they’ve filled their spaces, so the sooner you apply, the better!Application codes
You will need these codes when you add a choice to your application.
| Course code | 5S26 |
|---|---|
| Institution code | S93 |
| Campus name | Singleton Park Campus |
| Campus code | - |
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
"We welcome applications from international students and consider a wide range of international qualifications. Details of our facilities, support and qualification equivalencies/requirements can be found on our dedicated international student pages - www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/ International English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in reading and 5.5 in writing. For further information email: study@swansea.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
GCSE profiles need to include a minimum of 5 passes at Grade A*-C, including Welsh/English Language and Mathematics.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Provider information
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP
Course contact details
Visit our course pageSwansea University Admissions Office
01792 295111