The BSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology at Aberystwyth University offers you a comprehensive exploration of crime, its causes, and societal responses, blending sociological, psychological, and legal perspectives. You will delve into foundational theories of criminology, understand the criminal justice system, and examine psychological explanations for criminal behaviour. This degree is ideal for those seeking to understand the complexities of crime and deviance, preparing you for impactful careers where analytical and critical thinking skills are paramount. You will gain insights into both established and emerging areas, such as green crime and wildlife crime, guided by research-active academics.
This full-time, on-campus degree is typically studied over three years, with a curriculum structured to build your expertise progressively. In your first year, you will establish essential skills and knowledge across core areas, while subsequent years allow for specialisation through a wide range of optional modules, including opportunities for a criminal justice placement or an empirically based dissertation. You will develop advanced quantitative research skills and gain practical experience, graduating with a robust understanding of criminological and psychological principles, ready for roles in law enforcement, policy, research, or further academic study.