Forensic Psychology and Mental Health MSc
Queen Mary University of London
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Gain the skills you’ll need to work safely, ethically and effectively with offenders who pose a risk to others. Through a combination of taught classes and placement-based learning, you’ll not only learn as a student but also as an active staff member of staff in a forensic psychology and mental health system.Develop the core clinical skills needed to work in forensic psychology and mental health services in the UK and overseasWork on a placement within a forensic settingReceive comprehensive ...Read more

Gain the skills you’ll need to work safely, ethically and effectively with offenders who pose a risk to others. Through a combination of taught classes and placement-based learning, you’ll not only learn as a student but also as an active staff member of staff in a forensic psychology and mental health system.

Develop the core clinical skills needed to work in forensic psychology and mental health services in the UK and overseas

  • Work on a placement within a forensic setting
  • Receive comprehensive training in research methods and writing
  • Gain a qualification accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

Assessment

You’ll be assessed by coursework, oral assessments and written exams. Your dissertation forms your final assessment.

Career paths

This programme develops the core clinical skills you’ll need to work in forensic psychology and mental health in the UK and overseas.

It’s ideal if you are training to be a psychologist or psychiatrist and want to work in forensic services: you not only gain an academic qualification but also the experience of reflecting on your own practice in forensic settings.

It’s also aimed at you if you are interested in becoming a future research leader in forensics: we’ll give you both the methodological skills and the clinical experience to pursue this goal.

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Modules

Modules (Year 1)
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Entry requirements

You need a good 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Psychology or a related discipline. Other routes: Alternatively, applicants should have an MBBS (or equivalent) and be registered as a Core or Higher trainee in any area of Psychiatry.

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£12,250 per year

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£27,500 per year

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£27,500 per year

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Queen Mary University of London
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