Summer School: Psychology of Murder

Entry requirements

Students are expected to have a minimum of 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.

The application process is really simple. We need some basic information about you and what you currently study. We will also ask you to upload a copy of your current transcript and write a short personal statement about why you want to join us at Roehampton.

Once you have submitted your application, we aim to get back to you with a decision within seven days.

Please make sure you discuss your application with your home university or college so they can let you know if there are any additional procedures to follow on their side.

Months of entry

June

Course content

During each three-week session, you will take on intensive module. These modules will be worth 20 UK credits. In addition to your in-class sessions, most modules will incorporate field trips, offering you the chance to explore areas of London relevant to your studies.

You will live and learn on our beautiful parkland campus and have access to all the University's support services as well as a dedicated study abroad team.

This module has been designed with ‘murder in mind’! Murder and why individuals commit such heinous crimes is a fascinating topic of study. Throughout history scholars have tried to understand the motivation behind taking another person’s life. The principle aim of this module is to introduce you to the psychology of murder. Initial sessions will provide a background through exploring the importance of psychology in the field of criminology and what exactly do we mean by murder. Our intellectual journey will then progress to delve into the most fascinating area of murders: the world of the serial killer, mass murderer and the growing issue of terrorism. From exploring actual crimes we will gradually build up a picture of the psychological motivations behind such serious crimes – are murderers mad, sad or bad? To further understand the motivation behind murder we will explore why certain victims are selected (female, homeless, children) and debate how such crimes should be punished in our society.

Information for international students

Dates: Session 1

• Arrival and Orientation: 5 – 7 June 2025
• Classes run: 9 – 26 June 2025
• Departure: 28 June 2025

Included in the package price is:

• Tuition
• Housing in on-campus accommodation with shared bathroom and kitchen
• Bedding and Kitchen Pack
• Airport pickup on arrivals day
• Welcome Meal
• Social events

Modules run subject to minimum enrolments.

Fees and funding

Assessment