BSc Criminology and Psychology,
About this course
BSc in Criminology and Psychology, a combined degree exploring the scientific study of criminal behavior, social deviance, the mind, and human behavior. Core topics include Statistics and Research Methods. The first year introduces foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Introduction to Cognitive and Clinical Psychology, The Sociological & Criminological Imagination, and Criminology, Crime and Society. The second year develops core knowledge with modules including Criminological Theory: Content and Application, Brain and Behaviour, and Penology and Punishment. The final year covers advanced topics such as Social and Developmental Influences on Behaviour, alongside optional choices encompassing forensic psychology, criminal justice, and international criminology. Students can also complete an independent research project in their final year.
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What students say
Based on about 40 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 90 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 8%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 110 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 62%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 7%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 11%
- Elementary occupations: 11%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 8%
- Sales occupations: 8%
- Finance Professionals: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 78%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 61%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 49%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 475 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 15%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 12%
- Wales: 45%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 91%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Modules
- Introduction to Cognitive and Clinical Psychology
- Academic Success: Skills for learning, skills for life
- The Sociological & Criminological Imagination
- Who makes the rules? Law, Decision-Making and Human Rights
- Criminology, Crime and Society
- Introduction to Psychological Academic Skills, Methods and Analysis
- Sgiliau Academaidd a Chysyniadau Sylfaenol mewn Ystadegau a Dulliau Ymchwil
- Professional Development, Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology
- Datblygiad Proffesiynol, Dulliau Ymchwil ac Ystadegau mewn Seicoleg
- Criminological Theory: Content and Application
- Brain and Behaviour
- Penology and Punishment
- Cognition II: Higher Level Processes
- Psychological Research Methods I
- Dulliau Ymchwil Seicolegol I
- Crime, Drugs and Alcohol
- The Criminal State: International Issues
- Social and Developmental Influences on Behaviour
- Critical Challenges in Justice for Children
- Sexual Crimes
- Gender, Crime and Criminal Justice
- International Comparative Criminology
- Core and Critical Issues in Policing
- Homicide: Criminalising Death and Dying
- Psychology Work Placement Module
- Systematic Reviews in Psychology
- Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice
- Evolutionary Perspectives on Psychology
- Understanding Neurodiversity
- Cognitive Neuroscience in Clinical and Forensic Settings
- Introduction to Environmental Psychology
- Learning, Psychopathology and Gambling
- Lifestyle and Environmental Factors in Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Psychology of the Food System
- Wellbeing Across the Lifespan
- Understanding & Countering Terrorism & Violent Extremism
- Social and Environmental Harms
- Illegal Economies
- Probation and Community Justice: Policy, Practice and Partnerships
- Independent Research Project for Joint Honours
- Prosiect Ymchwil Annibynnol ar gyfer Cydanrhydedd
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Criminology and Psychology, at Swansea University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £24,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £41,500. The £31,500 median after five years is £4,000 more than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Criminology and Psychology, at Swansea University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Criminology and Psychology, at Swansea University?
83% 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 Psychology, at Swansea University?
The average entrant had 129 UCAS points.
Is BSc Criminology and Psychology, at Swansea University accredited?
Yes. Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
How many students continue on BSc Criminology and Psychology, at Swansea University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 8% left higher education.