BSc Psychology with Criminology
About this course
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology is a psychology and sociology degree focusing on the intersection of the human mind, criminal behavior, and the justice system. Core topics include Research Methods and Human Behaviour. The course holds accreditation from the British Psychological Society and offers a four-year study route incorporating an integrated placement year alongside the standard three-year option. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Learning to be a Psychologist, Research Skills A, and An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, introducing students to both academic skills and criminal agencies. The second year examines diversity, lifespan development, and penal theory through modules including Understanding Human Diversity, Criminological Theory, and Understanding Punishment. The final year centers on independent investigation and specialized study, featuring compulsory modules like Project (Psychology Programmes), Youth Justice, and Rehabilitation and Recovery. Students can further tailor their studies through optional modules covering areas such as Forensic Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Educational Neuroscience.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB IB: 35 (6,6,5 HL) BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at Grades AB BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: D*D plus one A level at Grade B The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma will not be acceptable as a stand-alone qualification but will be accepted at DDD overall in conjunction with one A level at grade B. Preferred BTEC: Applied Science, Health and Social Care, Sport, Business.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 72%: 246 offers from 342 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 25%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 20%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 20%
- London: 30%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started
- A levels: 95%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Learning to be a Psychologist
- Research Skills A
- Psychology of the Early Years
- Cognitive Research
- Understanding the Brain
- An Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
- Understanding Human Diversity
- Psychology Across the Lifespan
- Criminological Theory
- Research Skills B
- Applied Cognitive Research
- Understanding Punishment
- Project (Psychology Programmes)
- Youth Justice
- Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Learning in Early Childhood
- Advanced Experimental and Qualitative Design and Analysis
- The Psychology of Eating Behaviour
- Forensic Psychology
- Educational Neuroscience
- Addictive Behaviours
- Clinical Psychology
- Parenting and Socialisation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £40,500. The £33,500 median after five years is £6,000 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 141 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University?
72% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 246 offers from 342 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Does BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Psychology with Criminology at Loughborough University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.