CRIMINOLOGY WITH PSYCHOLOGY WITH FOUNDATION YEAR

Step into the world of criminology by exploring the big ideas that shape how we understand crime. From classic theories to modern debates, this module lays the foundation for your journey, addressing the questions about why people offend and how society responds.

Ever wondered how the criminal justice system really works? Explore the world of policing, courts, and prisons as this module takes you behind the scenes to uncover how our institutions were built, how they interact, and what they mean for justice today.

Research isn't just for dissertations; it’s a tool for change. In this module, you will learn to ask the right questions, design ethical studies, and collaborate to explore real-world problems. This module equips you with the practical skills to support your career and make a meaningful difference.

This module gives you a practical and holistic understanding of mental health and wellbeing. You’ll explore key topics from socio-cultural, biological, and clinical perspectives, learning what influences mental health across our lifespan and how to manage challenges such as stress, anxiety, and confidence. Through the sessions, you’ll discover techniques and interventions that promote wellbeing, while reflecting on your own thoughts and emotions to support personal growth and resilience. Mental Health First Aid training and certification are embedded in the module, earning you a recognised qualification that demonstrates your expertise and commitment to supporting others.

Challenge your assumptions and explore the intersection between power, privilege, and inequality. Dive into global issues and explore how our backgrounds and institutions influence our experiences of justice.

Take your learning to the next level and begin to shape your own criminological identity as we explore concepts like green criminology, crimes of the powerful, queer and critical criminology. In this module, you will explore the field of criminology through the eyes of others to gain insight into how we can make our systems and processes more reflective of our society.

What does justice look like, and who gets to decide? Take a deep dive into the world of policing and punishment. Ask tough questions about reform, control, and accountability as we explore our institutions and societal response to crime and criminality.

Build on your research skills and become a data-savvy criminologist. Design research projects, use statistics to uncover hidden patterns, and apply mixed methods to complex social problems. Learn by doing and boost your skills and confidence as you begin to think about your final project.

Psychology as a discipline has often been seen to focus on the negatives and problems that exist, with a view to offering solutions and support to overcome them. Positive psychology takes an alternative approach in that it explores how character strengths and behaviours can help us live optimum lives and how we can flourish. It even looks at how we can grow positively following trauma (post traumatic growth). In this module, you will explore some of the concepts associated with positive psychology, such as hope, gratitude, humour and resilience, and analyse the research around their contribution to thriving and living a full meaningful life. You will then apply this theoretical understanding to a range of contexts where positive psychology is applied and consider effectiveness of interventions which utilise this approach. This could be across health care, educational or forensic services where the use of positive psychology interventions may be beneficial for the individual and for wider communities.

Do you want to understand crime in our increasingly connected world? This module examines how technology and globalisation influence transnational crimes and the networks that perpetuate them. You’ll examine the role of media, disinformation, and how virtual spaces influence our understanding of crime on a global platform.

This is your chance to lead your own research or capstone project. Use your passion to tackle the issues that matter to you. Apply what you have learned to make a difference; it's your moment to shine.

This module connects you with contemporary criminological debates and challenges facing your city. In this larger module, you’ll build a professional toolkit, developing skills in leadership, teamwork, public speaking, and project management, while exploring how criminology can drive social change.

Step into the future of justice. Examine how digital technologies are transforming the criminal justice system and what this means for society. You'll critically assess the risks and rewards of data-driven decision-making through the ethical and global perspectives that influence its use.

Step into the world of forensic practice. You’ll learn how psychology helps us understand why offenders commit crimes, assess the risk of future behaviour, and design interventions to meet offender needs. The module also explores the victim experience, including treatment needs after victimisation. You’ll complete offender assessments and create treatment plans, practising skills that are relevant to careers in prisons, probation, policing, or victim services. This is your chance to apply psychology in real-world contexts and build expertise for impactful roles in the criminal justice system.