Forensic Psychology Practice MSc at University Of Birmingham
Forensic Psychology Practice MSc
Factfile | Programme description
Factfile
Type of programme
Taught/CPD
Duration
2 years full-time
Starting date
September 2009
Academic school
The School of Psychology
Entry requirements
At least a second-class Honours degree in Psychology (which confers the Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society) and some experience working in a forensic setting
International entry requirements
We accept a range of qualifications from different countries. See www.international.bham.ac.uk/countryinfo
Standard English language requirements apply
How to apply
See the How to apply section for full details
Apply online www.apply.bham.ac.uk
Fees and funding
See the fees and finance section
Fees
£6,750 pa (home/EU full-time) £11,000 (overseas full-time)
Scholarships and studentships
International students
Programme description
This two-year, full-time programme aims to provide the knowledge and skills needed to work as a forensic psychologist; to analyse offending behaviour and its effects on victims; to manage, assess and plan treatment strategies for both victims and offenders; and to work as an expert providing professional reports and training.
You spend half your time at the University and half in a forensic practice placement.
You have the chance to work with offender groups (adults, young people, individuals with learning disability) in both community and institutional environments. An evidence-based approach is emphasised, with the objective of developing skills in research and evaluation. Professional case studies, research studies and forensic practice reports are therefore carried out.
This programme is accredited by the BPS as equivalent to stage one of training as a chartered forensic psychologist. At the end of the programme, you may choose to complete a full-time third year on forensic research and psychometric methods, leading to the award of Doctorate in Forensic Psychology Practice. The combined Masters and Doctorate programmes are accredited by the British Psychological Society as equal to stage one and stage two training to become a chartered forensic psychologist.
This programme is subject to a Code of Professional Conduct and Fitness to Practise regulations, to which you are required to sign up.
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