Forensic Psychology BA at City University of New York John Jay College
Forensic Psychology (BA)
The Forensic Psychology major is designed for students who are interested in the relationship between psychology and the criminal justice system. The program offers training in psychological theory, research methods and the application of psychological principles to specific areas in the legal system. The major provides an interdisciplinary background appropriate for students who intend to pursue careers in psychology, social work, law enforcement, or other criminal justice professions.
Some details:
Part 1: Core Courses
Part 2: Theoretical Foundations Of Forensic Psychology
Part 3: Forensic Psychology Electives
Part 4: Cognate Courses
Credits required: 34
Prerequisite: PSY 101, which does not count toward the 34 credits required in the major. This course partially fulfills the College’s general education requirements in the social sciences. PSY 200 and STA 250 are prerequisites forPSY 311, which is required in the major.
Advisors: Professor Maureen O’Connor, Chair, Department of Psychology (212.237.8776, moconnor@jjay.cuny.edu), Professor Angela Crossman, Deputy Chair for Advising (212.237.8653, acrossman@jjay.cuny.edu), and Professor Jennifer Dysart, Deputy Chair for Undergraduate Education (212.484-1160, jdysart@jjay.cuny.edu)
Internship Program: Students can receive practical experience in forensic psychology by enrolling in PSY 378, which offers fieldwork placements in such settings as hospitals for emotionally disturbed offenders, prisons and agencies related to the family court or otherwise offering treatment services to youthful offenders.
Baccalaureate/Master’s Program in Forensic Psychology: Qualified undergraduate students may enter the BA/MA Program and thereby graduate with both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in forensic psychology. For additional information, contact Professor Chitra Raghavan, Department of Psychology (212.237.8417, bamadirector@jjay.cuny.edu).
Senior-level requirement: Students must complete at least one 400-level course in psychology.
Additional information: Students who enrolled for the first time at the College in September 1996 or thereafter must complete the major in the form presented here. Students who enrolled prior to that date may choose either the form shown here or the earlier version of the major. A copy of the earlier version can be obtained at the Office of Undergraduate Studies or at the Lloyd George Sealy Library.
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