BA in Psychology - Concentration in Forensic Psychology
24 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
This program provides students with an excellent background for careers that involve working with people. Psychology graduates find work in business, sales, counseling, education, and health care. The BA is also essential preparation for those considering master's or doctoral work in psychology, and similarly provides an excellent foundation for graduate work in counseling and social work. Upon completing the major, undergraduates will have a greater understanding of the following four areas that are essential to the study of psychology: knowledge base of psychology: students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology; research methods in psychology: students will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation; critical thinking skills in psychology: students will respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and, when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes; and application of psychology: students will understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues with concern for social justice. The Concentration in Forensic Psychology allows students to study the field of psychology and the law in depth. Students will explore areas such as police investigation, court proceedings, policy work, and learn about professions related to the forensic arena. Drawing on knowledge from a range of subfields in psychology, students will gain first-hand experience with forensic research and related clinical interventions with forensic populations. This concentration is well suited for students planning to pursue graduate school in forensic psychology, clinical psychology, experimental psychology (cognitive, developmental, or social psychology), criminology/criminal justice, or law school.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
This program provides students with an excellent background for careers that involve working with people. Psychology graduates find work in business, sales, counseling, education, and health care. The BA is also essential preparation for those considering master's or doctoral work in psychology, and similarly provides an excellent foundation for graduate work in counseling and social work. Upon completing the major, undergraduates will have a greater understanding of the following four areas that are essential to the study of psychology: knowledge base of psychology: students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology; research methods in psychology: students will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation; critical thinking skills in psychology: students will respect and use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and, when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes; and application of psychology: students will understand and apply psychological principles to personal, social, and organizational issues with concern for social justice. The Concentration in Forensic Psychology allows students to study the field of psychology and the law in depth. Students will explore areas such as police investigation, court proceedings, policy work, and learn about professions related to the forensic arena. Drawing on knowledge from a range of subfields in psychology, students will gain first-hand experience with forensic research and related clinical interventions with forensic populations. This concentration is well suited for students planning to pursue graduate school in forensic psychology, clinical psychology, experimental psychology (cognitive, developmental, or social psychology), criminology/criminal justice, or law school.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
Other English language Requirements: A minimum score of 550 in the paper-based TOEFL ;213 (CBT) along with 4.5 or higher on the Test of Written English (TWE).
2 Years
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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0 USD
International
0 USD
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