Psychology and Criminology

About this course

Psychology and criminology address two of the most pressing questions any society faces: why do people behave the way they do, and how should communities and institutions respond when that behaviour causes harm? Psychology investigates human thought, emotion, development, and behaviour, drawing on experimental science, clinical practice, and social theory. Criminology asks what crime is, who commits it, how criminal justice systems respond, and what works in reducing harm. Together, they offer a powerful framework for understanding individuals and the social structures they inhabit. This three-year full-time degree at the University of Derby equips you to think critically about both disciplines and to apply psychological and criminological knowledge to real-world challenges. A foundation year is included, giving you the academic grounding and skills development to prepare you for the ri

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 30% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 5% of graduatescards →
• 18 / 100Teaching Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →

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