Are you interested in the psychological aspects of criminology and forensics? Our British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree is a dynamic course that reflects contemporary approaches to offending behaviour. During the final year of this award-winning course, you’ll engage with professional settings, providing valuable work experience for your CV.Studying in our well-respected, vibrant learning and research culture, the University of Bolton's BSc (Hons) Criminological and Forensic Psychology degree offers you an in-depth understanding of offending behaviour from both offender and victim perspectives. Our forward-thinking course was awarded the 2017 Award for Innovation in Psychology Programmes by the British Psychological Society (1), demonstrating our commitment to bringing criminological and forensic psychology to life away from the classroom by offering you an array of innovative and practical learning opportunities.Our supportive and experienced team will help you gain a strong foundation in the theories and practice of psychology, focusing on forensic theories including aggression, sexual offending, terrorism and delinquent behaviour. We'll also lead you in an exploration of legal and court psychology, including interviewing techniques used by the police and issues around court testimony.As a graduate of this course, you'll be well prepared to pursue further study and careers in a variety of areas, including the prison service, health, police, probation service, victim support and services targeting families of offenders or victims. Accredited by the British Psychological Society, our course enables you, on achievement of the required grade, to progress to further professional qualifications and employment as a registered psychologist.(1) https://www.bps.org.uk/news-and-policy/university-bolton-receive-psychology-programme-award accessed on 12 May 2022

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