Psychology and Criminology Degree at Aberystwyth University

CM89 - 3 year BSc Econ Degree Scheme

Psychology and Criminology Degree [CM89]

Criminology examines social definitions of criminal behaviours, the consequences for people who transgress these societal boundaries and the impact of their actions upon victims and society more broadly. These often conflicting aspects are studied from within both a contemporary and an historical perspective.

The course will provide you with an insight into criminological and criminal justice theories, including psychological, sociological, and legal approaches to the subject. The joint honours degree in Psychology and Criminology is based within the Department of Psychology, and students will spend half their degree studying psychology and the remainder focusing on criminology.

Psychology and Criminology Employability

Criminology provides an excellent academic foundation for those considering careers in the Police, the Prison Service and the National Probation Service. It is also appropriate for those interested in a career in regulatory fields such as Trading Standards and HM Revenue and Customs, or as intelligence analysts for the Police and Security Services.

The Psychology and Criminology degree also provides the research and analytical background necessary for postgraduate study in criminology and related disciplines. For those students interested in pursuing a career as a psychologist, they should consult with the British Psychological Society (BPS) as to the necessary accreditation and professional competencies required.