Psychology and Business (with Placement Year)

University of Hull

Delve deep inside the human mind to uncover the root causes of crime in this fascinating Psychology with Criminology degree course.

You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the way our minds work by getting hands-on in our Brain Stimulation Lab, studying human responses to sounds in our Eye-Tracking Lab and learning more about infant development in our Baby Lab.

You’ll also study the theoretical and policy issues that can turn people to crime and explore global issues such as cybercrime and dementia through a combination of cutting-edge research and industry-standard facilities.

This course combines compulsory and optional modules so you can build the course and career that’s right for you. Plus, there is the opportunity to embed your knowledge in a year-long industry placement, gaining hands-on experience and professional connections that set you apart in the job market..

**Why study at Hull?**


- Unique facilities: Bring theory to life in our industry-standard facilities, including our Replica Crime Scene Facility – we’re one of the few universities to have one on campus


- Transferable skills: Develop in-demand skills that apply to a broad spectrum of careers in psychology and criminology.


- Expert guidance: Get industry-relevant knowledge from professional psychologists and criminologists on a course with strong links to criminal justice agencies and the private sector.


**Where could this take me?**

The type of skills you’ll develop on this degree, such as analytics and problem-solving abilities and experience in research, are in demand with a wide range of employers. You could be a counsellor or psychologist in a clinical or forensic field or work as a prison, probation or victim support officer. You could also consider a career as a teacher, marketer, or HR professional in the public or private sectors with this qualification.

Faculty of Health Sciences