Overview

Throughout the Applied Criminology and Forensic Psychology MSc programme offered by the Edinburgh Napier University you will have the opportunity of a work placement alongside specialised modules covering areas including the psychology of evidence, international criminology, assessment of offenders, responses to crime, and advanced quantitative and qualitative research methods. These modules will give you a valuable set of skills for both employment and further research.

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You’ll develop a critical awareness of topics at the forefront of criminology and forensic psychology, as well as the contexts and theories that influence practice in these areas. If you are interested in pursuing a career as a forensic psychologist, our MSc Applied Forensic Psychology may be better suited to your interests as it's been designed for psychology graduates and is accredited by the British Psychological Society, counting as Stage 1 of forensic psychologist training.

The applied focus of this course provides an excellent foundation in risk assessment of offenders, use of forensic interviewing strategies, mediation skills and facial composite construction.

Angside these skills you’ll also learn directly from leading experts about current research and debates in criminology and forensic psychology which directly affect people at all points in the legal system.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Forensic Psychology
Advanced Research Skills
Evidence and Investigation
Criminal Justice in Practice
Current Topics in Crime

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Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Psychology Forensic Science Criminology View 77 other Masters in Forensic Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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General requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 (or equivalent) in a related subject (e.g. social sciences, criminology, psychology, sociology, law, humanities, forensic nursing, policing). Where possible, those applying with a 2:2 should seek to gain some relevant experience before applying.

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry.
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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20540 GBP / year

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8030 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £8,030
Overseas £20,540

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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