Forensic Psychology (with Psychotherapy) Mediterranean College

Overview

Forensic Psychology (with Psychotherapy) is offered by Mediterranean College. The MSc Forensic Psychology (with Psychotherapy) has been validated by the University of Derby (26th, Guardian University Guide 2020), to prepare students become competent forensic psychologists, who will work with offenders, victims and other professionals, having developed key theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in integrative psychotherapy.

Key Facts

Graduates may pursue careers in a wide range of settings, such as hospitals and clinics, offender management services, NGOs and forensic settings. They can also work as researchers and as private practitioners, working with risk populations, offenders & victims. Alternatively, they can continue their studies towards a PhD. This course provides participants with the theoretical, practical and research knowledge, in order to apply this knowledge and skills to forensic settings and contexts. Students will enhance their psychotherapeutic skills, focusing on the integrative approach, which may be applied to offenders and victims. Finally, they become familiar with forensic assessments, rehabilitative interventions and with the principles of the psychology of criminal behaviour and victimology, so to be able to relate theory and research with these. This MSc is rooted in the local framework, whilst acknowledging European and global frameworks and contexts. It is practical in nature, with the use of real-life examples, case studies and clinical placement, while at the same time includes personal development planning and cultivates the need for continuing professional development and lifelong learning. A minimum 100 hours clinical placement, with organised in-house supervision, is carried out in collaborating settings.