BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology with Foundation Year in Derby United Kingdom | University of Derby

This program provides an opportunity to enhance your abilities, understanding, and self-assurance before progressing to the first stage of your honors degree. Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), it qualifies you for Graduate Membership. Achieving a second-class honors or higher grants Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, the initial requirement for becoming a Chartered Psychologist. You'll be guided in conducting original research that contributes to the expanding field of criminal psychology.
The competencies and techniques acquired through the BSc (Hons) Criminal Psychology program are applicable to diverse career paths, such as probation services, correctional facilities, youth justice, and offender rehabilitation teams.

Opportunities also exist in criminal justice research, policy development, or academic and teaching professions.

From the start of your studies, our Careers and Employment Service will assist you in becoming a job-ready graduate—equipped with industry knowledge, motivation, and initiative. Your personal academic tutor will work with you to reflect on your progress and shape your professional goals.

Support extends beyond graduation: you can access additional career guidance from the Careers and Employment Service for three years after completing your studies at the University.