Psychology with Forensic Psychology

This Psychology with Forensic Psychology degree course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).

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Key Facts

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Degree

BSc (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Psychology

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 Year Pathway + 3 Year Degree

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Pathways Available

International Year Zero

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Start Dates

September

Degree Overview

On this course, as well as studying general psychology modules, students will specialise in understanding the psychological factors behind why people may commit criminal or deviant behaviour. Students will use critical skills and evidence, based on research, to explore how forensic psychologists may contribute to debates on policing, crime, the criminal justice system and rehabilitation. Some examples of the factors that you may explore include; substance abuse issues and mental health disorders, as well as exploring the incidence of offending behaviours in different populations, e.g. children and youth. As well as understanding some of the reasons why people may commit offending behaviours, you will also explore the ways in which forensic psychologists can work to treat and rehabilitate offenders.

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Important
  • This course is available as a 4-year ‘with Placement Year’ option. Please apply for Psychology with Forensic Psychology (with Placement) BSc C81P.

Why Study this Degree

Bangor Psychology was established in 1963 making it one of the oldest in the UK.

There are a large number of specialist research labs including a 3T MRI scanner, TMS Labs, EEG facilities and a Brain anatomy laboratory.

Over 80% graduated with a 1st or 2:1 in 2020.

Your Pathways

The International Year Zero is the first year of the four year undergraduate course. IYZ is designed to help you gain extra skills in your subject area, as well as English Language, before you continue to year one of your chosen University undergraduate degree course.

Following successful completion of the IYZ, you will continue onto Year One of your degree directly with the University of your choice.

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Bangor University

Founded in 1884 and dedicated to academic excellence for more than 130 years, Bangor University is among the oldest degree-awarding institutions in the UK.

With around 11,000 students from over 120 nationalities, international students find Bangor a truly welcoming community and a special place to study.

Bangor University has been ranked among the top 70 global institutions and 1st in Wales for their impact on society outside their research and teaching, in 2020. And ranked among the top 15 in the UK for teaching quality that same year.