MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology
Course overview
The MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology at Kingston University offers students the opportunity to engage with the theoretical ideas that govern criminology and how they are applied to understand the substantive issues in the study of crime, harm and justice. In the forensic psychology component, students will understand the psychological processes guiding investigative techniques and judicial processes.
In this course, students will explore key theories, research methods, and real-world practices, while examining social harms and neglected areas often overlooked by criminologists and the legal system. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, students will critically evaluate a range of historical and current investigative methods. Students learn through independent study, individual and group projects and are assessed through presentations, performance, essays, reports, self-assessment, portfolios, and dissertations.
Entry requirements
Interested applicants are to submit a personal statement discussing their interest in aviation engineering and relevant academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic referee or employer is required, and a CV may be uploaded to show any relevant experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need a 2:2 or higher in an honours degree in Psychology.
- Alternatively, relevant equivalent qualifications are accepted.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no element below 6.0.
- Alternative tests such as PTE or TOEFL are accepted.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesChelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award
The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.
Up to £2,500Chevening Scholarships
Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.
International Merit-Based scholarships
The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.
Up to £5,000Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship
The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.
Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.
The Kingston Impact Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.
Up to £5,000The Kingston MBA Scholarship
Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology from Kingston University may pursue job roles such as:
- Policy advisor or analyst (crime and justice policy)
- Offender management or probation practitioner
- Crime reduction officer in local or national agencies
- Security or risk analyst (private or public sector)
- Criminological researcher or academic assistant
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Criminology with Forensic Psychology in Kingston University is £18,700 for international students in the first year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Admission
Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's official website. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.
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