Forensic Psychology, MSc 12 months Postgraduate Program By Swansea University |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

12 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

20,550 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

17 Jul, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This programme has specific requirements when applying and includes an interview therefore please refer to the ‘How to Apply’ section below before submitting your application. The programme has a limited number of places therefore it is recommended for applicants to apply as early as possible.
Are you fascinated by the psychology of crime and criminal investigation?  Do you want to learn about those who commit crime and how we might foster offence free living?  Would you like to understand more about professional practice as a forensic psychologist?   This master’s degree has been designed to provide a thorough grounding in Forensic Psychology as required for Stage 1 training as a forensic psychologist accredited by the British Psychological Society.
In this MSc you will develop and apply psychology knowledge to criminal investigation processes, working with those who offend and working with other professionals in the criminal justice system.  You will also undertake a large scale research project in which you will examine an area of forensic psychology theory and practice. 
This course has excellent links with statutory and third sector services such as probation, prison, forensic mental health and third sector services.  Staff from these teams are actively involved in providing teaching and opportunities for research to students on this programme.

Program overview

Main Subject

Psychology

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

This programme has specific requirements when applying and includes an interview therefore please refer to the ‘How to Apply’ section below before submitting your application. The programme has a limited number of places therefore it is recommended for applicants to apply as early as possible.
Are you fascinated by the psychology of crime and criminal investigation?  Do you want to learn about those who commit crime and how we might foster offence free living?  Would you like to understand more about professional practice as a forensic psychologist?   This master’s degree has been designed to provide a thorough grounding in Forensic Psychology as required for Stage 1 training as a forensic psychologist accredited by the British Psychological Society.
In this MSc you will develop and apply psychology knowledge to criminal investigation processes, working with those who offend and working with other professionals in the criminal justice system.  You will also undertake a large scale research project in which you will examine an area of forensic psychology theory and practice. 
This course has excellent links with statutory and third sector services such as probation, prison, forensic mental health and third sector services.  Staff from these teams are actively involved in providing teaching and opportunities for research to students on this programme.

Admission requirements

7+
3.3+
An initial degree (a minimum of a 2.1) in Psychology (conferring Graduate Basis for Chartership – GBC) If you have studied overseas and your degree is not accredited by the British Psychological Society you could visit https://www.bps.org.uk/join-us/membership/graduate-membership (see the non-UK tab) for more information on how to apply for Graduate Membership.
17 Jul 2024
1 Year
Sep
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

9,650 GBP
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International Students

20,550 GBP
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