Course Summary

**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** **Course summary:** - Prepare for the degree with an extra foundation year at the start. - Study criminal justice and psychological principles, rules and practices from contemporary academic and practical perspectives. - Learn analytical and research skills for understanding the nature of crime and human behaviour. - Learn the real-life applications of criminological and psychological theory to experiences and behaviours. - Tailor your studies to reflect specialist interests, which enhances independent thinking and creativity. Benefit from an academically rigorous and career-enhancing education with a joint degree which brings together two related subject areas. You will gain a broad multi-disciplinary understanding of the real life applications of criminology and psychology, and will engage in unique work-related modules designed to give you the practical edge needed in today's competitive employment market. Once you have completed the foundation year, you progress onto the undergraduate degree of BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology. **How you learn:** All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive. The course is suitable if you don't meet the entry requirements for our BSc (Hons) Criminology and Psychology course. You share the first year, first semester with Law, Criminology, Sociology, Politics and Psychology foundation students. In the second semester you will complete a module specific to criminology which will prepare you for your transition to your subject specific degree of Criminology and Psychology. We have highly motivated, knowledgeable and creative staff across the department who bring a breadth and depth of skills and knowledge from the criminal justice sector and the academic community. This enables high quality learning of the core aspects of the discipline, and a range of specialist topics and areas of study. You learn through: - Lectures - Seminars - Workshops - Projects - Peer learning - Placement activity - Visits - Guest lectures - Simulation - Case study analysis - Online learning resources **Applied learning - Work placements** We have excellent links with the local, regional and national criminal justice sector organisations. Local organisations support our provision and provide activities ranging from placements, work experience opportunities, guest lectures and advice on career progression. You will have the opportunity, should you choose, to arrange a year-long placement in between your third and fourth years. This gives you a real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. **International opportunities** You will have the opportunity to study abroad for the second semester of your third year, at institutions, which could include Australia, USA or Canada with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme. You will choose the modules that you study, and get the chance to learn about different cultures and learning styles - as well as traveling to new places and meeting new people. **Networking opportunities** The Helena Kennedy Centre ensures that teaching focuses directly and indirectly on ethical and social justice issues related to the social exclusion/inclusion of a range of vulnerable groups and on promoting social access to all available community resources. You are provided with career-related support from department specialists who help with access to graduate opportunities.

Course Details - Modules

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Introduction To The Psychological, Political, Legal, Criminal Justice And Sociological Sciences The Practice Of Criminology Year 2 - Compulsory modules Criminal Justice Criminological Landscapes Forensic Mental Health Graduate Research And Development 1 Graduate Research And Development 2 Psychology For Criminologists Year 3 - Compulsory modules Deconstructing Research Living With Justice Offenders And Offending Elective modules Animal Psychology Disorders Of Language And Reading Exclusion Rights And Justice Experiencing Criminal Justice Holistic Perception Human Sexual Behaviour Introduction To Counselling And Psychotherapy Life Beyond Crime, Substance Use And Offending Psychology In Everyday Life Real World Cutting Edge Research Methods Real World Enterprise And Entrepreneurship Real World Professional Practice Real World Project Management Real World Social Justice And Activism Studies Abroad In Criminology Witnesses And Victims: Forensic Psychology In Practice Year 4 - Optional modules Placement Year Final year - Compulsory modules Dissertation Elective modules 21St Century Crime: Threats, Responses And Human Rights Atypical Child Development Comparative Criminal Justice Counselling And Psychotherapy (Theoretical Perspectives) Crime And Justice In The Information Age Criminal Justice Compared Criminal Justice Realities Death, Dying And Bereavement Evolutionary Psychology Experiencing Custodial And Community Sentences Forensic Psychology Healthy And Clinical Ageing Making Desistance And Recovery A Reality Organisations Work And Psychology Policing And Crime Reduction Positive Psychology Sex Violence And Extremism Simulating Justice Practice The Psychology Of Education The Psychology Of Sexuality And Gender Weapons Of Influence

Course Details – Assessment Method

Coursework, Exams, Practicals

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: A102

Institution code: S21

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

This must include at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example: CC at A Level MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma. A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels, EPQ and general studies.

Access - at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2 from a relevant Open College Network accredited course


Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/criminology/bsc-honours-criminology-and-psychology-with-foundation-year/full-time/2022

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/criminology/bsc-honours-criminology-and-psychology-with-foundation-year/full-time/2022

https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/criminology/bsc-honours-criminology-and-psychology-with-foundation-year/full-time/2022

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 79%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 70%

Go onto work and study: 90%

Fees and funding

Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 14415.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
International 14415.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.

Provider information

City Campus
Howard Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sheffield
S1 1WB

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