Criminological Psychology – (M.Sc.)

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The structure of the Masters Programme is for participants to attend the School of Psychology one day per week in term time each year over a period of two years whilst working in a forensic setting. The Course meets on a Thursday and the teaching day consists of lectures, seminars and workshops given by relevant staff of the School of Psychology and guest speakers. There are also two three day compulsory blocks, one in September and one in January each year.

The Diploma/MSc Course runs over 2 years and participants may study for a Diploma (Year A) for a Diploma (Year B) or combine the 2 years and study for the MSc. The aims in terms of forensic practice of the Diploma are the same for both years, but the academic material, and consequently the aims and objectives, differ in Years A and B. As a general guideline Year A is more offender focused, while Year B is more victim focused. The MSc combines the forensic practice requirements for a Diploma with research skills for the MSc while covering all the academic material for Years A and B.

The modules studied are:

* Psychology and the Understanding of Crime
* Psychology, Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice
* Working with Offenders of Serious Crime
* Assessment (Offenders and Victims)
* Psychology and the Court System
* Forensic Psychotherapy and Professional Issues
* Forensic Practice
* Case Study
* Research Methods

This programme is examined by continuous assessment, with you completing a series of assignments. Research is conducted in the second year.