School of Psychology careers support
Our courses give you opportunities to develop the skills and experience you’ll need for life after university. Alongside your studies, you can take part in a range of activities that support your career development.
Depending on your course, these may include a Study Abroad opportunity, a year in industry or paid internships. You can also work on collaborative projects with future employers. These experiences give you the chance to apply what you learn in real-world settings.
You’ll also develop practical research skills through hands-on learning and authentic assessments. Together, these experiences can help you build your confidence, skills and experience for a range of careers.
Psychology
Our psychology graduates tell us they feel well equipped to face the world of work. They progress to some fantastic jobs in many different sectors including: health, business, forensics, teaching, marketing and public affairs.
Criminology and psychology
Graduates can seek employment in:
- Probation work
- Youth justice
- Drug referral schemes
- Victim support
- Police and prison services
- Legal professions
- Local government
- Social work
Forensic psychology and criminal justice
Careers secured by recent graduates include:
- Trainee forensic psychologist
- Clinical support worker
- Police officer
- Trainee probation officer
- Probation service assistant
- Arrest referral and bail support team worker
- Drug and alcohol support worker
- Victim support worker
- Witness support worker
- Youth worker
- Cognitive behavioural programme facilitator for the prison service