Overview

The Forensic Psychology programme of Newcastle University offers comprehensive professional training in forensic psychology. You will gain an in-depth experience of offending and victim pathways, as well as the investigative process. Through the use of a structured framework, you will also study theory and conduct research relating to forensic psychology practice.

Students at Forensic Psychology programme of Newcastle University will gain advanced knowledge and critical understanding in:

theories and professional issues of forensic psychology

the breadth and depth of forensic psychology

the role of psychology within the legal system (civil and criminal)

the National Offender Management system

legislation under which forensic psychologists work

investigative psychology and forensic interviewing

investigative process from pre-trial/conviction to through/after-care and restorative justice

legal, ethical and contextual issues in the evaluation of research and practice

debating and using evidence from appropriate literature

legal processes

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Legal Psychology and The Criminal Justice System

Forensic Mental Health and Criminal Behaviour

Investigative Psychology and Forensic Interviewing

Forensic Assessment and Case Formulation

Professional Practice in Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-03 00:00:00

More details

The application deadline has not yet been confirmed.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Forensic Science Clinical Psychology View 130 other Masters in Forensic Science in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Forensic Psychology MSc (Accredited) - A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in psychology, which provides Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). See also relevant experience requirement below.

Forensic Psychology MSc (Non-accredited) - A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in psychology (joint or combined honours which includes psychology, or an international psychology degree) that does not confer GBC with the BPS.

If shortlisted for interview, students on this route must be able to satisfy the interview panel that they have the ability to successfully complete a module in advanced research methods and statistics.

English Language requirements

Tuition Fee

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International

26400 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26400 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

11100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11100 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part Time Home students £5,550

Living costs for Newcastle upon Tyne

560 - 991 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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