BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology with Integrated Foundation Year

Explore the fascinating link between psychology and the criminal justice system to understand why people commit crimes and how we can support them through rehabilitation. You’ll study the five core areas of psychology as set out by the British Psychological Society (BPS), learning how the mind works and how this knowledge applies in real-world forensic settings. You’ll look at topics like violent and serious offending, risk assessment, and how forensic psychologists support the police, courts, and prisons. Throughout the BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology course, you’ll develop practical skills used by professionals in the field. You’ll learn how to: You’ll be taught by experienced lecturers who are active researchers and practitioners in forensic psychology. They’ll guide you through real-life issues, using up-to-date research and case studies.

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £17,500 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £17,500 per year

September 2026 Full-timeSeptember 2026 Integrated Foundation Year

Apply via UCAS — equal consideration deadline

• On campus, United Kingdom