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Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year option), BSc (Hons)

Bournemouth University (BU), the United Kingdom

Bournemouth University (BU)

Study options for this course

The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BSc (Hons)Full-time3 - 5 yearsSeptemberGBP 9250 per yearGBP 17800 per year

About Psychology with Forensic Investigation (with Foundation Year option), BSc (Hons) - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study BA (Hons) Psychology with Forensic Investigation at BU?

  • Using state-of-the-art facilities, apply the concepts and principles of psychology to criminal investigation settings
  • Learn from forensic investigation experts about the criminal investigation process and relevant legal issues
  • Graduate with research skills and methods to investigate human behaviour and cognitive processes within the criminal justice system 
  • Develop transferable skills including critical thinking, project management, presentation skills and professional practice
  • Work with world-leading researchers on projects through the Research Apprenticeship Scheme - many of our students have published work with members of the staff
  • Opportunity to take an optional 4-week or 30-week placement in industry to give you essential real-world experience and begin building a network of professional contacts - 95% of our graduates are in employment or further education after 15 months. 

Course accreditation

This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society, so when you graduate with at least a Second Class Honours, you are eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartership, the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist. 

Foundation year: We have a foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Notes about fees for this course

September 2024 entry:

  • £9,250 per year (UK, ROI & CI)
  • £17,800 per year (Int'l) 
  • Foundation Year: £9,250 (UK, ROI & CI) £17,800 per year (Int'l) 
  • Placement year: £1,850

For fees and funding information, please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding

Entry requirements

For September 2024 and September 2025 entry: 112-128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. 

Required subjects: All subjects considered.

Foundation year entry requirements for September 2024 and September 2025: 48-72 UCAS tariff points.

For September 2024 and September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components or equivalent. 

Please see below some examples of the qualifications for entry onto Year 1 for September 2024 and September 2025 entry:

  • China: Chinese Senior High School Graduation Certificate (Huikao) average 80%, or Gaokao 66%. Grade depends on the course  
  • France: Baccalaureate with 12 overall or 11 (international option)  
  • Hong Kong: HKDSE Diploma (4,4,3 from three subjects). Grade depends on the course  
  • India: All India Senior School Certificate Examination (Standard XII) 65%  
  • Spain: Titulo de Bachillerato with 6.5. Grade depends on the course  
  • Turkey: Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise BitirmeDiplomasi 3.5/5.0 or 70% 

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