Program Overview

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Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons)

Overview

This course provides an insight into the world of crime and criminality, criminal investigation and profiling, alongside the British Psychological Society (BPS) core curriculum. With a focus on applying psychological principles to real-world cases, you'll gain a unique perspective on criminal behaviour and the justice system.

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Foundation Year (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• C816

UCAS Points

• 120

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• C817

UCAS Points

• 72

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 4 years

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £10,750 for the first foundation year, then £14,450 per annum for the following years (2025/26)

Accreditations

• British Psychological Society (BPS)

Course Contents

• Course Summary
• Why You'll Love It
• What You'll Study
• How You'll Learn
• Entry Requirements
• Fees and Funding
• Who You'll Learn From
• Where You'll Study Exton Park, Chester
• Your Future Career

What You'll Study

• Foundation Year
• Year 1
• Year 2
• Year 3

Year 1 Modules

• Introduction to Research in Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Individual and Social Processes (20 Credits) Core
• Wellbeing (20 Credits) Core
• Forensic and Criminal Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Introduction to Brain, Mind and Development (20 Credits) Core
• Applied Psychology (20 Credits) Option
• Language Module Options

Year 2 Modules

• Solving Problems in Forensic Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Further Research in Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Psychology in Society (20 Credits) Core
• Investigation and Criminal Justice (20 Credits) Core
• Psychology: Careers and Community (40 Credits) Option
• Professional work placement/Language module/Term abroad

Year 3 Modules

• Specialist Applications in Forensic Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Psychopathology (20 Credits) Core
• Biological, Cognitive and Developmental Psychology (20 Credits) Core
• Dissertation in Forensic Psychology (40 Credits) Core
• Neuropsychology (20 Credits) Optional
• Occupational and Work Psychology (20 Credits) Optional
• Animal Psychology (20 Credits) Optional

How You'll Learn

• Lectures
• Laboratory classes
• Workshops
• Seminars
• One-to-one tutorials/supervision
• Independent study
• Collaborative work

Entry Requirements

• Home Students
• International Students
• Foundation Year

UCAS Points

• 120 points

GCE A Level

• Typical offer – BBC-BBB

BTEC

• BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM

International Baccalaureate

• 30 points

Irish / Scottish Highers

• Irish Highers: H3 H3 H3 H3 H3 Scottish Highers: BBBB

Access requirements

• Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Merit or above

T Level

• Merit

OCR

• OCR Extended Diploma: DDM

Extra Information

• Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer.
• We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs.
• A GCSE grade C/4 (or above) in Mathematics and English is required.
• PLEASE NOTE: We cannot consider GCSE equivalencies but can consider the Edge Hill University GCSE Equivalency Test.

Fees and Funding

• Home Students
• International Students
• Additional Costs
• Bursaries

Home Students

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Students

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

Additional Costs

• Books
• Printing
• Photocopying
• Educational stationery
• Specialist clothing
• Travel to placements
• Optional field trips
• Software

Bursaries

• The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships.

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Clea Wright
• Dr Jeremy Phillips
• Dr Hayley Cooper
• Dr Lindsay Murray
• Kate Miller

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester

Your Future Career

• Job Prospects
• Careers Service

Job Prospects

• Many of our graduates go on to postgraduate studies in Psychology (e.g. Forensic Psychology, Investigative and Forensic Psychology) or have secured graduate or associated roles in areas such as policing, probation, prisons, and criminal justice agencies.
• You will be well-prepared for a rewarding career in law enforcement, investigations, rehabilitation, crime prevention, research and many other areas related to the criminal justice system.

Careers Service

• The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability, which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.