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Overview
Students will explore how theory and research in the field of psychology has helped to shape our understanding of criminals and victims, definitions of crime, policing, courtroom procedures, corrections, and criminal laws, among others.
The Criminal Justice - Forensic Psychology track at Stockton University emphasizes the importance of using research to understand how psychology can be best utilized by the criminal justice system.
Careers
There are numerous employment opportunities for those who wish to use psychology in the criminal justice system. Alumni who have taken the Forensic Psychology Track found employment in the following fields:
- Probation/Parole
- Medicolegal Investigator
- Detective in the Prosecutor's Office
- Correctional Case Manager
- Victim's Assistance Advocate
- Drug Treatment Caseworker
- Child Protective Services Specialist
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Forensic and Legal Psychology
- Forensic Psychopathology
- Criminal Psychology
- Drugs, Crime, and Criminal Justice
- Advanced Forensic Psychology Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
National deadlines are priority deadlines
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology Forensic Science Criminal Justice View 119 other Masters in Forensic Science in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Discover Stockton Online Application
- A non-refundable application fee of $50, paid through the Discover Stockton Online Application
- A graduate application essay submitted through the Discover Stockton Online Application
- Three current letters of recommendation submitted electronically via the Discover Stockton Online Application
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- Resume
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (including Stockton) mailed or dropped off directly to Office of Graduate Studies
- Submission of Prerequisite Coursework Chart through the Discover Stockton Online Application.
Tuition Fee
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International
41832 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1162 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
41832 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1162 USD per credit during 12 months. -
In-State
28692 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 797 USD per credit during 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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