The Criminology and Criminal Psychology (Extended), BSc Hons at the University of Greenwich is designed for students who want to explore the complex nature, causes, and societal reactions to crime. As an undergraduate degree with an integrated foundation year, this four-year full-time course provides a comprehensive introduction to the criminal justice system, covering critical topics such as offender profiling, psychopathology, and the impact of gender and race on justice. You will engage with major theoretical paradigms, examining how social and state responses shape methods of control, while developing the analytical skills necessary to navigate this challenging and evolving academic discipline.
Studied on campus over four years, your learning experience begins with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study, followed by a curriculum that integrates forensic criminology, research methods, and policing. You will work alongside an experienced team of academics and practitioners, gaining practical insights through modules on restorative justice, the psychology of terrorism, and work-based practice. By the time you graduate, you will have developed the professional expertise to pursue diverse career pathways in policing, social care, policy research, and welfare sectors, equipped with the critical perspective required to address contemporary issues in criminal justice.