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Forensic Psychology MSc - Part Time

Northumbria University, Newcastle

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Newcastle City Campus

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    26-SEP-26

  • Duration

    27 Months

Course summary

The MSc Forensic Psychology course offers an in-depth exploration of the field, blending theoretical foundations with practical application in a criminal justice context. This course is available as both full time and part time pathways.You can gain insight from experienced practitioners and researchers, with a focus on psychological aspects of offending behaviour and how the legal system functions. Innovative assessments and reflective practice, enable you to develop critical employability skills. Throughout the course you will explore the psychological underpinnings of criminal behaviour with topics including why people commit crime, how people in prison are assessed by psychologists, treatment and interventions for people who commit crime, contemporary issues and challenges within the Criminal Justice System, police investigation and working with vulnerable victims and witnesses in court.This course will appeal to those aspiring to work in forensic psychology in settings such as prisons and secure hospitals, as well as those interested in working in related disciplines such as the Probation Service, the police and in mental health.

Tuition fees

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£ 796month

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University information

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle

  • University League Table

    37th

  • Campus address

    Northumbria University, Northumberland Building, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 8ST, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Psychology

    48th out of 118 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    119 58%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    55th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.19 80%

    29th

    13

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