Forensic Psychology (MSc)
14,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Accredited by the British Psychological Society, this course is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and attributes required for a career in forensic settings such as the police, prison and probation services, secure units, special hospitals, or the Home Office. On this course students gain the academic knowledge and skills required as the initial training for a career in forensic psychology. As a student you will benefit from experienced teaching staff who individually support you towards your own professional aims as you study a range of forensic psychology topics. Visiting speakers and partners contribute specialist insights from working in a range of forensic settings, on issues surrounding the commission, detection and prosecution of sexual offences as well as the management and treatment of sex offenders. Assignments are designed around typical tasks faced by forensic psychologists in professional settings, such as preparing expert witness statements and case formulations. At dissertation stage, students explore their professional or academic interests and can make use of technologies such as EEG and virtual reality equipment. Past and current students have presented research at international conferences, making an impact in the world of professional forensic psychology before graduation.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Psychology
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Accredited by the British Psychological Society, this course is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and attributes required for a career in forensic settings such as the police, prison and probation services, secure units, special hospitals, or the Home Office. On this course students gain the academic knowledge and skills required as the initial training for a career in forensic psychology. As a student you will benefit from experienced teaching staff who individually support you towards your own professional aims as you study a range of forensic psychology topics. Visiting speakers and partners contribute specialist insights from working in a range of forensic settings, on issues surrounding the commission, detection and prosecution of sexual offences as well as the management and treatment of sex offenders. Assignments are designed around typical tasks faced by forensic psychologists in professional settings, such as preparing expert witness statements and case formulations. At dissertation stage, students explore their professional or academic interests and can make use of technologies such as EEG and virtual reality equipment. Past and current students have presented research at international conferences, making an impact in the world of professional forensic psychology before graduation.
Admission Requirements
80+
6+
Entry requirements
- At least a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in psychology
- Eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership of the BPS
- Applicants for this course will be invited to attend an interview to assess suitability
- A strong academic reference
- EU and international students need IELTS 6.0 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,000 GBP
International
14,700 GBP
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