BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology including Foundation Year

**Reasons to choose Kingston**– This is one of the few courses in the UK to offer a specialist forensic psychology qualification.– This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).– You’ll be eligible for Graduate Membership and the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership; this is the first step towards becoming a chartered psychologist. With further training, you can begin a career in forensic psychology. **This course is offered with a Foundation Year in Social Sciences**This foundation year is taught at the University giving you a taste of academic life in a supportive environment.The year gives you the academic and technical preparation for undergraduate study in a wide range of social sciences subjects. Lectures, labs and tutorials will give you a broad understanding across subjects including economics, criminology, politics, sociology and psychology.**About this course**Fascinating and disturbing, criminal behaviour arises from social, biological and cognitive factors. We need to understand these if we are to help create a safer and fairer society.Forensic psychology looks at the relationships between brain and criminal behaviour, how social groups interact and how human beings learn and develop. It also examines the treatment of offenders and the impact of crime on the broader community. You’ll be able to gain valuable experience, with the opportunity for work-based practice or observation.Choosing from a range of option modules, you’ll be able to tailor your studies to your own interests and aspirations. You may also research a topic in depth for a dissertation.