
Overview
Key features
- This programme is accredited with the British Psychological Society (BPS), thereby accounting for Stage 1 of the qualification for those who already hold Graduate Basis of Chartership (GBC) with the BPS
- Choose a programme which offers a compelling blend of academic studies, research and practical experience
- Learn from a teaching team made up of forensic practitioners and academics with considerable experience of working with offenders and victims in a range of forensic contexts
- Benefit from a supportive and dynamic research environment where you will have the chance to pursue your own professional interests
- Gain vital practical insights, including potential opportunities for real life experience within a related field
- Broaden your professional options: this qualification is valuable for careers in a range of settings including prisons, secure units, hospitals, mental health services, police, probation services, courts, community organisations, charities and social enterprises
- Build an excellent platform if you want to progress to PhD research
This postgraduate degree will equip psychology graduates with the academic knowledge and skills they need to conduct practical work and research within a forensic context.
Careers
Students generally choose the Forensic and Criminal Psychology degree from University of Derby because they wish to pursue a career in Forensic Psychology.
Forensic Psychologists work across many agencies within the criminal justice system, primarily in prison and probation services, secure hospitals, the police, and the courts in roles such as:
- Offender Manager
- Probation Officer
- Psychological Assistant
- Offender Behaviour Programme Facilitator
- Trainee Forensic Psychologist (stage 2 Qualification in Forensic Psychology)
- Behavioural Support Mentor in a school
- Mental Health Recovery Worker
- Forensic Support Worker
- Assistant Forensic Psychologist
- Therapy Coordinator
- Mental Health Adviser at a university
- Academic or career in research
- PhD study
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
- The Psychology of Crime, Criminal Behaviour, and Victimology
- Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
- The legal and criminal justice context of forensic psychology
- Forensic Settings and Rehabilitative Interventions
- Forensic Assessment
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Forensic Science Criminology View 84 other Masters in Forensic Science in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need a British Psychological Society (BPS) recognised undergraduate degree (minimum 2.1) in Psychology (or equivalent) that confers Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the Society
- Those whose qualification does not confer GBC may also apply and an undergraduate degree (minimum 2.1) is similarly required. However, to be eligible for Chartered Membership (CPsychol) of the Society and full membership of the Division of Forensic Psychology (DFP), the GBC is a requirement
- Applicants whose undergraduate degree is a 2.2 should contact the Programme Leader
- You are required to provide one academic and one vocational reference
Make sure you meet all requirements
Visit programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
14900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14900 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9450 GBP per year during 12 months.
- Part-time UK fees: £1,050 per 20 credits
Living costs for Derby
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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