Criminology and Criminal Psychology (Extended), BSc Hons

Program Overview

This extended Criminology and Criminal Psychology program at the University of Greenwich prepares students for careers in crime analysis, policy, research, and social care. It provides a comprehensive understanding of criminology, criminal psychology, and the criminal justice system, with a focus on practical skills and research opportunities. Through lectures, seminars, workshops, guest speakers, and a potential work placement, students develop a strong foundation in the field and gain valuable experience.

Program Outline

Criminology and Criminal Psychology (Extended), BSc Hons - University of Greenwich

Degree Overview:

This extended degree in criminology and criminal psychology starts with a foundation year to prepare students for degree-level learning. Students then study the same modules as the three-year course. The program is aimed at anyone interested in crime, psychology, and the criminal justice system. It provides an introduction to criminology and criminal psychology, exploring issues such as offender profiling, stalking psychopathology, gender, race and discrimination, crime scene investigation, and terrorism. Students can also undertake a work placement to practice their learning and skills.

Outline:

Year 0 (Foundation Year):

• The Art of Communication (15 credits): This module introduces students to effective communication skills, including written, oral, and visual communication.
• Study Skills (15 credits): This module equips students with essential study skills, such as time management, note-taking, and research techniques.
• Academic Writing (15 credits): This module focuses on developing academic writing skills, including essay writing, referencing, and critical analysis.
• Introduction to Criminology (30 credits): This module introduces students to the field of criminology, exploring the nature, causes, and consequences of crime.
• Foundations of Criminology (30 credits): This module explores major theoretical perspectives in criminology, including classical, positivist, and critical criminology.
• Forensic Criminology (30 credits): This module examines the role of forensic science in criminal investigations, including crime scene analysis, evidence collection, and forensic psychology.
• Criminological Research Methods (30 credits): This module equips students with the skills to conduct criminological research, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Criminological Perspectives (30 credits): This module examines different perspectives on crime and criminal justice, including feminist criminology, critical race theory, and environmental criminology.

Optional Modules (Choose 30 credits):

• Crime and the Media (15 credits): This module explores the role of the media in shaping public perceptions of crime and criminal justice.
• Forensic Mental Health (15 credits): This module examines the intersection of mental health and the criminal justice system, including forensic psychiatry and mental health interventions.
• The Criminologies of Disobedience (15 credits): This module explores the criminological study of disobedience, including civil disobedience, protest, and resistance.
• Subcultures and Cultural Criminology (15 credits): This module examines the role of subcultures in crime and deviance, including youth gangs, street culture, and cultural criminology.
• Rehabilitation and Desistance (15 credits): This module explores the theories and practices of rehabilitation and desistance from crime, including prison programs, community corrections, and restorative justice.
• Youth, Crime and Justice (15 credits): This module examines the issues of youth crime and justice, including juvenile delinquency, youth justice systems, and the rights of young offenders.
• Crime, Discrimination and Society (30 credits): This module explores the relationship between crime, discrimination, and social inequality, including race, gender, and class.
• Crimes of the Powerful (15 credits): This module examines the crimes committed by powerful individuals and organizations, including corporate crime, white-collar crime, and state crime.

Year 3:

• Social and Investigative Forensic Psychology (30 credits): This module focuses on the application of forensic psychology to social and investigative contexts, including eyewitness testimony, criminal profiling, and investigative interviewing.

Optional Modules (Choose 90 credits):

• Undergraduate Research Placement (30 credits): This module provides students with the opportunity to undertake a research placement in a relevant organization or institution.
• The Psychology of Terrorism (15 credits): This module examines the psychological factors involved in terrorism, including radicalization, ideology, and the psychology of terrorist groups.
• Criminology Undergraduate Dissertation Project (30 credits): This module allows students to undertake an independent research project on a topic of their choice.
• Women, Power, Crime and Justice (30 credits): This module explores the experiences of women in the criminal justice system, including gendered crime, victimization, and the role of women in law enforcement.
• Criminology, the Community and Work Based Practice (30 credits): This module examines the role of criminology in community settings, including community policing, restorative justice, and social work.
• Crime in the City, Crime and the State (30 credits): This module explores the relationship between crime, the city, and the state, including urban crime, policing strategies, and the impact of globalization on crime.
• Perspectives on Violence (15 credits): This module examines different perspectives on violence, including social, psychological, and cultural factors.
• Gangs, Guns and Knife Crime (15 credits): This module explores the issues of gang violence, gun crime, and knife crime, including the causes, consequences, and prevention strategies.
• Restorative Justice: Theory and Practice (30 credits): This module examines the theory and practice of restorative justice, including its application to crime victims, offenders, and communities.
• Critical Criminology (15 credits): This module explores critical criminological perspectives, including Marxist criminology, feminist criminology, and critical race theory.
• Drugs and Us: Crime, Health, Politics, and Culture (15 credits): This module examines the relationship between drugs, crime, health, politics, and culture, including drug policy, drug use, and the impact of drugs on society.
• Penology (15 credits): This module explores the theories and practices of punishment, including imprisonment, probation, and community corrections.

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module, but typically include:

• Essays: Students are required to write essays on various topics related to criminology and criminal psychology.
• Presentations: Students may be required to give presentations on their research or analysis of specific topics.
• Reports: Students may be required to write reports on their research findings or case studies.
• Coursework: Students may be required to complete coursework assignments, such as research projects, case studies, or practical exercises.

Teaching:

• Lectures: Lectures provide students with a foundation in key concepts, theories, and research findings in criminology and criminal psychology.
• Seminars: Seminars provide a forum for students to discuss and debate topics covered in lectures, engage in critical analysis, and develop their communication skills.
• Workshops: Workshops provide students with practical skills and knowledge, such as research methods, data analysis, and presentation skills.
• Guest Speakers: The program features guest speakers from the criminal justice system, including police officers, probation officers, and forensic psychologists, who share their expertise and insights.
• Work Placement: Students have the opportunity to undertake a work placement in a relevant organization or institution, gaining practical experience and applying their knowledge to real-world situations.

Careers:

Graduates of this program have pursued careers in a wide range of fields, including:

• Policy: Working in government agencies, think tanks, or non-profit organizations to develop and implement policies related to crime and criminal justice.
• Research: Conducting research on crime, criminal justice, and related topics in academia, government, or private organizations.
• Policing: Working as police officers, detectives, or forensic investigators.
• Social Care and Welfare: Working in social work, probation, or youth justice to provide support and services to individuals and families affected by crime.
• Graduates who are accepted on to and successfully complete the MSc Psychology conversion degree will receive Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS.
• The program includes an active extra-curricular program of events, including guest talks on subjects of criminological interest and field trips.
• Students can use Stockwell Street library and online resources to support their learning.
• The program is taught by an experienced team of academics and practitioners who are active researchers and use their research to inform their teaching.

| Fees Type| Fees | Currency | | :----------------|:------------------|:----------------:| | Home| £9,250 | GBP | | International | £17,000 | GBP |