Bachelor of Psychology- Criminal Justice and Psychology

This major explores psychological aspects of offending behaviour and how people interact with the criminal justice system. It embeds this knowledge within a multidisciplinary framework that considers broader socio-cultural, political, and economic factors that shape behaviour and justice outcomes. Think psychology if you care about people and are passionate about delivering better mental health outcomes. By studying Psychology here in Wellington, you’ll learn the skills to be part of positive, transformative change for all New Zealanders.Our Bachelor of Psychology is made up of a required major—Psychological Science—and a set of eight optional complementary majors, covering a range of areas across psychology. If you’re interested in postgraduate study to become a registered psychologist, these optional majors offer clear pathways to help you achieve your goals. The Bachelor of Psychology offers flexibility to choose your pathway to understanding human behaviour and mental processes. With a required major in Psychological Science as your foundation, you’ll have a broad base of knowledge to build on. You can then choose from eight optional complementary majors, each offering unique insights into different areas of psychology, to build your expertise and tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations.