Introduction
If you have a background in psychology, sociology or criminology, our MSc course is ideal for gaining deeper insight into Legal and Criminological Psychology. You'll develop comprehensive knowledge and understanding of a broad range of topics in forensic settings.
We will look at ways to work with prison populations, explore the criminal justice system and you'll have the chance to examine practice and research from theoretical perspectives. To learn more about how Legal and Criminological Psychology affects our lives, sign up for our programme!
Graduate destinations
There is a wide range of careers this MSc will be useful for. You could work with the National Crime Agency, prison drug services, the probation service and offender management. Your degree will be well suited for working with victims of domestic violence, as a mentor for young people coming out of prison, and youth offending organisations.
You may also wish to continue your academic career by undertaking a PhD in either criminology or psychology.
Course summary
We offer a stimulating and challenging environment where you can build on your existing learning experiences to advance your academic and professional development. You will gain specialised knowledge and a critical awareness of issues in Legal and Criminological Psychology.
Teaching is done through a variety of blended learning and campus-based activities explicitly designed to meet the needs of learners working in a range of contexts.
Modules
Criminal Psych, Offender Behaviour and Criminal Justice System
Working with Specialist Populations
Research skills and methods
Professional Values and Ethics
Interpersonal Violence and Abuse Studies
Negotiated Learning
Dissertation
Entry Requirements
1st or 2nd class honours degree.
Students with other qualifications may be admitted to the course, please contact us for further details.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) may be considered for relevant prior learning at the same academic level.
Selection criteria
Applicants need an honours degree at 2:2 or above in Psychology or Social Science
