Psychology with Forensic Scene Investigation - BSc (Hons)

Abertay University

**Discover how to search and examine crime scenes and how forensic evidence needs to be processed, interpreted, and preserved in. Learn to use forensic science and apply forensic psychology to police investigations in this BPS-accredited degree. Ranked No.1 in Scotland for Psychology teaching quality (The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027).**Dig deep into the science of psychology: **the way humans think, feel, and behave**. At the same time, **learn how to examine crime scenes,** and how forensic evidence needs to be processed, interpreted, and preserved.**The perfect mix of psychology, criminal investigation and forensic science****This career-focused course** involves field trips to places like the mortuary and bomb disposal sites, and you'll learn how to provide the kind of research-based evidence used in the criminal justice system. In the final year you can apply your forensic knowledge in a mock courtroom scenario.**Experiment and observe**Psychology is both **an experimental and observational science.** This means you'll **observe and measure human behaviour,** undertake literature research, and **develop, test, and evaluate theories**. Along the way you’ll explore topics such as:* Crime scene examination and management.* Interpretation, presentation and preservation of evidence.* Applying biometric information in human identification.* Memory research - from crime scene to court.* Understanding the language of the judicial system.**Psychology degrees here at Abertay are flexible.** This means you can switch to another 'psychology with' pathway if you develop an interest in a particular topic later. No other Scottish university is offering these flexible undergraduate degree pathways in psychology. We believe this gives you a distinct age when it comes to applying for postgraduate study or employment.**Abertay is Scotland’s TOP Modern University** (Guardian University Guide 2027).

Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences