BA (Hons) Criminology & Psychology Degree with Foundation Year

Explore criminological issues through a psychological lens with our BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation Year joint degree. The foundation year equips you with the academic skills and subject knowledge needed for success at the university level, ensuring you’re ready to tackle your degree with confidence. The programme equally integrates both disciplines, providing you with a profound understanding of deviant and criminal behaviour. As you delve into the influences and management of such conduct, you will acquire modern skills crucial for fulfilling roles within the criminal justice field. Studying criminology and psychology offers a unique perspective on crime, allowing you to explore the psychological underpinnings of why people offend. This multidisciplinary approach provides fresh insights into the motivations and behaviours of offenders. During the course, you'll explore the ins and outs of the criminal justice system and what motivated notorious serial killers like Ian Huntley and Peter Sutcliffe, taking an in-depth look at crime, punishment, and prevention. Career focussed skills Gain expertise in crime, state power, and criminal justice, alongside factors influencing behaviour, building your ability to provide interventions and support. Gain insights into human behaviour through examination of personality, development, and social psychology theories, developing analytical skills. Investigate causes and consequences of crime, and examine high-profile cases through a forensic psychologist's lens, refining your operational and strategic decision-making abilities. Look at global criminal justice processes whilst exploring key theories and research that shape policy and practice, fostering critical evaluation skills. Studying Social Sciences at Arden Video • 2 mins

At Arden University we consider applications on a case by case basis. If you have significant work experience, have qualifications you have gained elsewhere, or a degree or qualification that isn't a clear pathway to this degree - we are more than happy to discuss your application. Eligibility Standard entry requirements To be eligible for our BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology with Foundation Year, you should normally have: A minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 completed within the last 3 years, or an equivalent qualification. Non standard entry requirements We’re also happy to consider an application from you if you have a minimum of 2 years of appropriate and relevant work experience, or equivalent. In these cases, we’ll ask you for a personal statement that demonstrates your motivation and ability to study this degree, along with references and evidence of your previous work experience. English proficiency IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element); or TOEFL iBT 80; or equivalent Alternatively, evidence you have previously studied in English, such as a letter to show that the Medium of Instruction was in English, can be accepted.

IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)

UK students: £9,525 per level (UK campus)

UK/Home: £9,525 per level (UK campus)

November 2026, February 2027

Rolling admission — apply any time before your chosen intake start date; Arden runs several intakes a year and sets no fixed application deadline

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