Investigative Psychology (Distance Learning) University of Huddersfield Distance Learning Unit

Overview

This Investigative Psychology (Distance Learning) programme from  University of Huddersfield Distance Learning Unit allows you explore this specialised field of practice, from the application of psychological principles to the diverse aspects of the analysis, investigation, and legal processing of crime.

• You’ll undertake intensive training on advanced statistical methods, which may open doors to many jobs beyond crime and investigations.

• Engage with the Research Centres and Institutes across the University.

• Hear from visiting speakers including experts from around the world, reflecting on real life cases.

• Learn about the full range of contributions that professional psychologists make such as evaluating the validity of suspect or witness accounts, assessing the decision-making processes of detectives or jurors, developing profiling inferences about likely offender characteristics, and geography. Intensive examinations of the variations in criminal behavioural style are a central feature of this course.

The course aims to provide in-depth expertise in all aspects of Investigative Psychology. It has a strong research emphasis, helping to equip you with the expertise to conduct your own crime research projects in diverse professional contexts.

Career support

At the University of Huddersfield, we help you to focus on life after you have graduated to ensure that your hard work pays off and you achieve your ambitions. So, while you’re here (and even after you graduate) the Careers and Employability Service offer professional help, support and guidance, including industry-supported workshops, careers fairs and one-to-one guidance sessions.

Reasons to study

• This course is one of the most established Master’s in Investigative Psychology in the world delivered by our expert academic team for over 15 years. 

• Gain advanced knowledge and skills in a specialised area of forensic psychology that will prepare you for an exciting career in crime and investigations. 

• Many of our lecturers are active members of research centres including The Secure Societies Institute, meaning you’ll learn the very latest theory and practical skills needed for future careers.