Overview

The Investigative Forensic Psychology programme offered by Bath Spa University is carefully designed to provide an advanced understanding and skills that can be applied in various sectors, including law enforcement, government, business, legal settings, intelligence organisations, and social services. Our focus is on preparing students with specialised knowledge for roles that require expertise in forensic psychology, rather than preparing them for practitioner psychologist roles defined by the HCPC.

Key Facts

This Investigative Forensic Psychology degree will broaden your understanding of psychological theories applied in criminal investigations. You’ll develop your problem-solving skills and learn through a combination of practical scenarios and academic study.

This course is ideal for those looking to extend their professional scope and apply their skills in dynamic and impactful ways. You’ll be ready for the next step of your career in a field that bridges psychology with the justice system.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Understanding Crime: Psychological Perspectives, Offenders, and the Legal System
Investigating Crime Through Theory and Research
Psychology of Serious Crime Investigation
Advanced Research Methods

Forensic Psychology Dissertation
Law

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Applicants are generally expected to have a good honours degree in a related social science field (such as Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology) and a good understanding of psychological theories and methods. While not compulsory, related professional experience in contexts such as law enforcement, legal environments, or social services is highly valued and can be considered under our Accreditation of Prior Learning policy.
They also ask for a personal statement explaining your interest in forensic psychology and your career aspirations. This should be accompanied with at least one positive academic or professional reference.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17485 GBP / year

≈ 17485 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9450 GBP / year

≈ 9450 GBP / year

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

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

Funding

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