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MSc - Master of Science
Llandaff Campus - Cardiff Metropolitan University
Part Time
Sep 2027
2 Year
Forensic Psychology is the practice and application of psychological research relevant to crime, policing, the courts, the criminal and civil justice system, offenders, prison, secure settings, offender management, health and academic settings as well as private practice. It looks at the role of environmental, psychosocial, and socio-cultural factors that may contribute to crime or its prevention. The primary aim of Forensic Psychology as an academic discipline is to develop understanding of the processes underlying criminal behaviour and for this improved understanding to impact on the effective management and rehabilitation of different groups of offenders in all settings within the criminal justice system. Working collaboratively with His Majesty's Prison and Probation Services (HMMPS) and secure forensic mental health facility providers in Wales helps keep the programme up to date with strategy development and policy decisions. Regular contributions from Practitioner Forensic Psychologists working in Wales enables students to understand more about regional services and their impact on society locally. In addition, the programme benefits from the input of several national and international contributors who share their extensive specialist knowledge and experience within the field of Forensic Psychology.
This module aims to consolidate undergraduate research abilities and equip students with the skills necessary to undertake master's level research; in doing so students will be equipped with the skills to critically review and evaluate a range of research methodologies including both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. (Conducting research & implementing methodologies will be done in the Dissertation module.)
This module aims to introduce and develop skills that are relevant to Psychology in practice. Develop an understanding of the principles and approaches to effective communication. Develop an understanding of interprofessional working and ethical practice. Apply evidence-based knowledge to discipline specific areas of practice.
The module aims to develop students' independent critical skills in relation to the selection, evaluation and communication of research findings and theory in Forensic Psychology and Criminology. The module aims are congruent with the BPS's scientist/practitioner model of professional Forensic Psychology practice.
This module aims to provide an understanding of how theory and research in psychology may be applied to assessments and interventions undertaken with people with offending histories as part of their rehabilitation pathways.
This module aims to provide students with knowledge of the legal system in Wales and England and its interactions with forensic psychology. It aims to provide students with an understanding of how theory and research in psychology may be applied to legal issues and for students to critically assess the contribution and effectiveness psychology has made in the legal system.
This module aims to provide students with general transferable skills (in e.g. report writing and ethical decision-making). To provide students with transferable skills that relate directly to the practice of forensic psychology, whilst also equipping students with the knowledge and understanding of how forensic psychologists work, both as individuals and within systems.
The aim of this module is to enable students to design and develop an advanced specialist project in their discipline to enhance their own and/or others' learning, work, or practice. Students will also evaluate their own knowledge, skills, and experiences as researchers and how this informs their developing professional identity as they move towards becoming a trainee forensic psychologist. They will use this reflective activity to evaluate their current strengths and prioritise areas for improvement relevant to their own career goals and ambitions.
The aim of this module is to enable students to work independently to investigate an area in their discipline relevant to their own learning, work, or practice, and to present and discuss their findings, demonstrating a systematic understanding and critical awareness of their discipline and area of professional practice.
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