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Crime begins in the mind. As do responses to it. Gain a thorough understanding of the human mind, while also discovering the theoretical and policy issues relating to crime.
Hull’s been teaching Psychology since 1928, and was one of the first to teach Criminology over 50 years ago. We remain at the forefront today, researching the latest challenges the world faces. Dementia, trauma, violent crime, social justice, cybercrime, and intelligence.
And we combine this cutting-edge research with industry-standard facilities. A brain simulation lab, a crime scene training facility, and much more…
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About this course
One of the aims of this course is to give you the skills to gather, analyse and evaluate data about people’s behaviour and thoughts. In understanding how crime is dealt with, you’ll draw on disciplines such as social policy, sociology, psychology and law.
You'll benefit from the latest psychology facilities. Electroencephalography (EEG) equipment for measuring brain activity. A brain stimulation lab. An eye-tracking laboratory. And a baby lab.
Put what you learn into practice in our replica crime scene facility right here on campus. A recent addition to the University, it provides detailed and realistic crime scenes for you to explore. Get hands on: collect evidence, explore criminal activity, and see the world of forensic science brought to life.
Thanks to our links with criminal justice agencies, you’ll get to develop your learning through work placements and experience-enhancing visits.
You can also study for a semester in countries like the Netherlands (Saxion University), Norway (University of Bergen), Germany (Osnabrück University) and Hungary (Eötvös Loránd University).
This programme is accredited by the British Psychological Society. Graduate with a 2:2 or above and you are entitled to become a graduate member of the society, putting you on the pathway to qualifying as a Chartered Psychologist.
Changing the world starts with making sense of it
Module options
Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.
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Exploring Social Psychology
Would you inflict pain on another person if instructed to do so by an authority figure? How likely are people to conform to group pressure? What makes a friend act aggressively or donate money to charity? This module considers what effect the environment has on human behaviour and explores how psychological theories can be applied to your everyday life. If you’ve ever wondered why your friend is acting in a certain way, this module will provide some clues to the answer.
compulsory
10 credits
Assessing Individual Differences
You may have encountered personality and intelligence tests in educational or occupational settings, but have you ever wondered how these tests were developed? This module explores the complexities of intelligence and personality conceptualisation and testing and gives an insight into why people are unique. By engaging with a range of theories and psychometrics, you will be able to assess the controversies and ethical dilemmas of personality and intelligence testing.
compulsory
10 credits
Research Skills 1
This module will introduce you to the process of psychological research. You will develop skills in quantitative data processing and presentation of descriptive statistics.
core
20 credits
Cognition and Development 1
Explore the ideas, research methods and findings that have shaped modern cognitive and developmental psychology.
core
20 credits
Brain and Behaviour 1
Explore the relationship between the brain and human behaviour, including how we sense the world, how we act in the world and how we think and feel about the world.
core
20 credits
Research Skills 2
Develop your research skills further with a focus on how we infer things about the world using data. This module gives you practical experience of research methods.
core
20 credits
Criminology in Late Modernity
Examine how current criminological theory explains recent developments in crime and crime control, drawing from postmodern criminology, cultural criminology and masculinities.
core
20 credits
Research Skills 3
Discover experimental designs involving multiple conditions and independent variables. You'll learn how to analyse data generated by these more complex designs.
core
20 credits
Brain and Behaviour 2
Study more advanced topics including cognitive neuroscience and clinical neuropsychology. This module also introduces issues in comparative psychology and animal intelligence.
core
20 credits
Are we all equal in the eyes of the police? It depends on who you ask.
Featured module- optional
- 20 credits
Want to truly understand policing? Then this module is for you.
You'll explore policing theories and key functions, like crime control and order maintenance.
You'll examine contemporary policing in England and Wales, comparing practices from other societies.
You'll practice your skills on hands-on assessments, including crime scene simulations and real-world datasets. So you can see first-hand the practical and political challenges the police face.
Along the way, you'll gain insights and engage with real-world issues that will set you apart in the field.
Our facilities
Our academics
You learn from professional psychologists and criminologists. In a friendly, supportive department with strong links to criminal justice agencies and the private sector. So everything you learn is up to date and industry-relevant.
Professor Iain Brennan
Professor of Criminology
Iain's research focuses on violence prevention including weapon-carrying and domestic abuse. He’s an adviser to the Home Office, Youth Endowment Fund, College of Policing, National Police Chiefs' Council, and many police forces across the UK.
Dr Bernice Wright
Lecturer
Bernice’s research areas include mental health, cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and individual differences.
Entry Requirements
Fees & Funding
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Future prospects
With this degree, you'll be equipped with skills for a variety of careers. As a scientist, your analytical and problem-solving abilities and experience in research will be sought after by employers. You can pursue a career as a counsellor or psychologist in a clinical or forensic field, or as a prison, probation or victim support officer. Our graduates even go on to work as teachers, marketers and HR professionals in the public or private sectors.
Thanks to our facilities and work experience opportunities, you’ll graduate with an edge over the competition. In fact, 97% of our Psychology students are in work or further study 15 months after graduating.1
Become part of the next generation of futuremakers
Like what you've seen? Then it's time to apply.
The standard way is to apply through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skills qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing us with your academic qualifications.
Not ready to apply yet?
Visit our next Open Day, and see all that Hull has to offer for yourself. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.
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97% employability (Psychology) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2021/22, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency June 2024.
If you graduate with at least a 2:2 and pass your empirical psychology project, you can become a graduate member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). This is an essential step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
All modules on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.