BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Criminology and Forensic Psychology, an undergraduate degree combining the scientific study of criminal behavior with the sociological analysis of crime and the justice system. Core topics include Research Methods. Students can optionally undertake a year abroad as part of their studies. During the first year, students cover foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Introduction to Research Methods, Introduction to Forensic Psychology, Crime, Law and Justice, and Foundations in Criminological Theory, exploring both psychological disciplines and legal institutions. The second year examines mental health, media representations, and institutional practices in modules like Forensic Mental Health and Criminal Behaviour, Crime, Media and Culture, Researching Social Problems, and Criminal Justice: Policing and Punishment. The final year focuses on advanced investigative techniques and global perspectives through compulsory modules including The Psychology of Investigations and Cyber-Behaviour, Future Skills Apply, Global Crime and Justice, and Youth Crime and Justice, alongside an independent Research Project.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027: BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points At least two A-levels, or a BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) or equivalent qualifications. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS tariff points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points is required. Additional requirements: Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 94%: 188 offers from 200 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 42 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 68%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 395 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 64%
- South East: 22%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Introduction to Forensic Psychology
- Crime, Law and Justice
- Foundations in Criminological Theory
- Forensic Mental Health and Criminal Behaviour
- Crime, Media and Culture
- Researching Social Problems
- Criminal Justice: Policing and Punishment
- The Psychology of Investigations and Cyber-Behaviour
- Future Skills Apply
- Global Crime and Justice
- Youth Crime and Justice
- Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £39,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £5,500 more than the UK median for Applied psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University?
81% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University?
The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University?
94% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 188 offers from 200 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Does BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Criminology and Forensic Psychology at Kingston University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.