BA (Hons) Law and Psychology

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Law and Psychology program at Liverpool Hope University possess a unique blend of legal and psychological expertise, opening up diverse career opportunities across various sectors.

Forensic Psychology: Graduates can pursue careers as forensic psychologists, working within the criminal justice system to assess offenders, provide expert testimony in court, and contribute to rehabilitation and risk assessment programs. They may work in prisons, forensic hospitals, or law enforcement agencies.

Legal Psychology: With their understanding of human behavior and the legal system, graduates can work as legal psychologists, assisting with jury selection, witness preparation, and trial consulting. They may also provide expertise in areas such as mental capacity assessments, family law proceedings, and victim support services.

Criminal Justice: Graduates may pursue careers within the criminal justice system, working as probation officers, victim advocates, or crime analysts. They may be involved in supporting offenders' rehabilitation, advocating for victims' rights, or analyzing crime data to inform policy and practice.

Social Services: Graduates can work in social services settings, such as child protection agencies, mental health facilities, or community organizations. They may provide counseling, advocacy, and support services to individuals and families facing legal and psychological challenges.

Research and Academia: Some graduates choose to pursue further education and research opportunities, undertaking postgraduate studies or doctoral research in areas such as forensic psychology, legal psychology, or criminology. They may pursue academic careers as lecturers, researchers, or professors, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Legal Practice: Graduates may pursue careers in the legal profession, using their understanding of psychology to inform their practice. They may work as lawyers specializing in areas such as family law, mental health law, or criminal defense, advocating for clients' rights and interests.

Human Resources: Graduates can work in human resources departments, applying their understanding of psychology to recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development. They may be involved in assessing candidates' suitability for roles, managing workplace conflicts, and implementing employee well-being initiatives.

Healthcare and Rehabilitation: Graduates may work in healthcare settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or psychiatric facilities, supporting individuals with mental health issues or cognitive impairments. They may provide counseling, therapy, and behavioral interventions to promote recovery and well-being.

Policy Analysis and Advocacy: Graduates can work in policy analysis and advocacy roles within governmental or non-governmental organizations, advocating for policies that address legal and psychological issues such as mental health reform, criminal justice reform, or victim support services.