Compulsory modules

Understanding Human Diversity

The aim of this module is for students to gain an understanding of selected factors and theories that underpin the diverse nature of human behaviour and to apply these to real-world contexts.

Psychology Across the Lifespan

The aim of this module is to apply psychological concepts, theories and research findings across the lifespan.

Criminological Theory

The aims of this module are to introduce the historical development of criminology as an academic discipline and the role broader social and political processes have played in shaping this, as well as to explore key concepts and theoretical approaches within criminology.

Research Skills B

This module builds on the topics covered in Research Skills A and aims to provide students with the necessary skills to conduct and analyse rigorous independent psychological research.

Applied Cognitive Research

This module will examine applications of cognitive research and how the research can be used within real-life settings.

Understanding Punishment

The aim of the module is to introduce students to penal theory, encouraging them to consider its application to punishment in contemporary society and to critically engage with the application of policies and practices of punishment.