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Study Details: 1 year full-time - mulitple intakes
The course offers a thorough grounding in the theoretical and practical knowledge, issues and skills central to forensic psychological practice and the wide-ranging criminal justice settings, such as prison services, national security, academia and research.
Accreditation: accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)1, completing this course fulfils the BPS Stage 1 requirements, placing you on the path towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist and a full member of the Division of Forensic Psychology.
Modern curriculum: explore psychological theory throughout the criminal justice process, from investigation and punishment to working with forensic clients, assessing risk and managing complex cases.
Career-focused: blend theory with real-world application to gain a deep understanding of the subject and develop a range of practice-based, transferable skills essential for your career.
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Please use the official Coventry University website as your main source of information as our courses are subject to change throughout the year.
An undergraduate degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in psychology.
Undergraduate degrees in science or social science may be accepted where at least 50% of your studies is in psychology and you can evidence curriculum study including research methods.
This course aims to equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical expertise needed for a career in forensic psychology and criminal justice. It is designed to fulfil Stage 1 requirements for becoming a Chartered Psychologist on successful completion of the course.
In addition to forensic psychology careers, you should develop practical skills applicable to a range of roles within the criminal justice system, including:
prison service – prison education staff, prison officer, police officer, key worker, probation officer, youth offending team
law enforcement and security services – MI5, MI6
academia and research – contributing to forensic psychology studies and innovation.
Offending Behaviour and the Criminal Justice System — 30 credits
Project Planning and Ethics — 30 credits
Research Methods in Psychology — 30 credits
Interventions with Forensic Client Groups — 30 credits
Forensic Risk Assessment and Management — 30 credits
Independent Research Project — 30 credits
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