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At a glance

3 good reasons to study Psychology and Criminology at Salford

• Opportunity to combine comprehensive studies of both subjects
• Learn from distinguished staff, with a strong research base and a wide range of areas of expertise
• Gain training for careers in health, social care, criminal justice and other public and social services

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What's it about?

These are new programmes which started in 2005, built on existing successful programmes in these areas. The essential components of both your chosen disciplines are fully covered. Plus, there are opportunities to apply theoretical and practical skills in your own areas of interest both through optional modules and a jointly-supervised research project of your own. You will be taught by, and work with, psychologists, criminologists and sociologists. The programmes are co-ordinated and organised by staff with expertise and training in each field.

What will I learn?

BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology

Level 1 Principles of Psychology; Criminal Justice Institutions; Introduction to Biological Psychology; Psychology of Social Behaviour; Crime and Society; and Introduction to Research Methods. Optional modules (choice of one): independent learning; Study Skills in Higher Education; Introduction to Counselling Skills; Understanding Mental Health; and Culture and Diversity.

Level 2 Lifespan Developmental Psychology; Theoretical Criminology; Biological Psychology; Personality and Intelligence; Cognitive Psychology; Applied Social Psychology; and Further Research Methods. Optional modules (choice of one): Women and Crime; or Youth Crime.

Level 3 Optional modules: choose two modules and gain insights into the vocational areas of Psychology including Forensic, Occupational, Educational and Health Psychology. You will also have an opportunity to study the Psychology of Addictions and Substance Misuse; the Psychology of Mental Health; Brain and Behaviour; and Atypical Development. A further two optional modules can be chosen from: Gambling; Vice and Public Policy; Police and Media; Violence and Representation; and Representing the Holocaust. All Honours students carry out a practically-based dissertation in an area of your choice.

How will I learn?

You will learn through a combination of lectures, workshops, seminars, group work and problem-based exercises, and through structured independent study. In the final year of the programme there are opportunities for you to work independently - individually or in groups -
on both vocational topics and a supervised research project of your own.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed using a variety of methods, including exams, assignments, essays, practical reports and group work. This will allow you to develop a variety of key skills and an understanding of people, which will appeal to prospective employers.

Where can I get a job?

You will be equipped to work in a number of environments, including health, social care and other public organisational settings. The degree programme provides a strong foundation for a range of occupations from policing to social work, journalism to social administration, and law to probation. You will also be able to build on your study at postgraduate level should you wish. The key skills within this degree ensure that you will be both accomplished and imaginative in your career.

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Psychology, Criminology and Sociology

Last updated 4 March 2009

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