Overview

The parallel MSc Psychology in Forensic Settings offers professionals from different, related backgrounds the opportunity to undertake training across the same subject areas, but it does not lead to an externally accredited psychology qualification.

This Forensic Psychology degree from Glasgow Caledonian University draws on expertise within academia and GCU’s strong link with active practitioners to give you thorough and relevant training in the field – including instruction in the psychological, forensic, criminal and legal issues that will inform and influence your future career.

You’ll learn to adopt an independent, analytical and evaluative approach to forensic psychology – and become a part of our thriving and diverse academic community. Here, you’ll be encouraged to build a future that truly serves the common good, whether you’re helping detect and treat offenders or advising on staff and services development across a wide range of fields.

Graduate prospects

GCU is known for world-class education, with a global reputation and top 5% ranking that will help you compete for a variety of positions in the field of forensic psychology.

You might choose a role in the public sector working in the courts, law enforcement and prisons, hospitals or mental health and social work; pursue a speciality in a commercial setting or continue your academic career.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Psychology of Criminal Behaviour
Psychology and the Legal Process
Analytical Methods
Working in Forensic Settings
Psychological Intervention
Vulnerable Groups in Forensic Settings
Advanced Research in Applied Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-24 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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59

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OTE

121

IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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78

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59

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121

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

UK honours degree 2:1 (or equivalent) in psychology that meets British Psychological Society (BPS) standards for the Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC). Relevant work experience in a forensic setting is preferable. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview.
You can find more information about eligibility for Graduate Membership on the BPS website
Applications must include an up-to-date CV.
Please provide a project proposal which covers either:

1) Knife crime amongst young people and risk factors for getting involved in this; or:

2) Whether men and women perpetrate similar rates of domestic abuse.

Tuition Fees

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16200 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

7300 GBP / year

≈ 7300 GBP / year

Additional Details

RUK: £7,300

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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