Our Forensic Psychology master's offers an advanced understanding of the theoretical and applied issues in forensic psychology.

Overview

The MSc Forensic Psychology offers comprehensive professional training in forensic psychology. The programme combines expertise from academics and practitioners. We always ensure that the programme content is relevant, up to date and evidence-based.

You'll get the opportunity to develop theoretical and clinical skills. These skills will enhance your future employability and career progression. We focus on supporting you in becoming a scientist-practitioner in forensic settings. You'll gain an in-depth knowledge of:

• offending and victim pathways
• psychological assessments
• rehabilitation
• investigative and court processes
• topical issues within forensic psychology

You'll conduct risk assessments and case formulations during practical sessions. You'll conduct structured framework research relating to forensic psychology practice. The course has two different routes:

• Forensic Psychology, MSc (Accredited)
• Forensic Psychology, MSc (Non-accredited)

What you'll learn

You will gain demonstrable, advanced knowledge and critical understanding in:

• theories and professional issues of forensic psychology
• the breadth and depth of forensic psychology practice and clinically relevant legislations
• interdisciplinary nature of legal processes and psychological knowledge of criminal justice systems
• investigative psychology and forensic interviewing
• investigative processes, from pre-trial/conviction to through/after-care and restorative justice
• legal, ethical and contextual issues in the evaluation of research and practice
• interdisciplinary nature of legal processes and psychological knowledge to criminal justice systems