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Are you fascinated by the workings of the human mind and the complexities of criminal behaviour in society? Are you curious about understanding what ‘makes a murderer’? Do you wish to develop the analytical expertise to go beyond the depictions of crime that are shown on contemporary streaming services such as Netflix?

In addressing these issues, our interdisciplinary BA (Hons) Criminology and Psychology course offers a unique blend of two closely related academic fields, providing you with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference in society.

This undergraduate degree – brand new to UWS and the only one of its kind offered by a Scottish university – will help you to develop expertise in criminology, psychology, and research methods so that you’re ready to work in related areas in criminal justice, policing and security agencies, prisons, third sector and community organisations.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBCC.

Entry to year 2 is possible with 3 Advanced Highers at BCC.

Widening access entry:
3 Highers at CCC.

Progression Routes

Psychologists find employment in a broad range of areas such as marketing, management, the media, teaching, academic research and industry.