Forensic Psychology, MSc
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This programme has specific requirements when applying and includes an interview therefore please refer to the ‘How to Apply’ section below before submitting your application. The programme has a limited number of places therefore it is recommended for applicants to apply as early as possible. Are you fascinated by the psychology of crime and criminal investigation?
Do you want to learn about those who commit crime and how we might foster offence free living? Would you like to understand more about professional practice as a forensic psychologist? This master’s degree has been designed to provide a thorough grounding in Forensic Psychology as required for Stage 1 training as a forensic psychologist accredited by the British Psychological Society.
In this MSc you will develop and apply psychology knowledge to criminal investigation processes, working with those who offend and working with other professionals in the criminal justice system. You will also undertake a large scale research project in which you will examine an area of forensic psychology theory and practice. This course has excellent links with statutory and third sector services such as probation, prison, forensic mental health and third sector services.
Staff from these teams are actively involved in providing teaching and opportunities for research to students on this programme.
Key highlights
- Provides Stage 1 training towards British Psychological Society accredited forensic psychologist
- Applies psychology to criminal investigation and work with offenders
- Covers working alongside other criminal justice system professionals
- Large-scale research project on forensic psychology theory and practice
- Strong links with probation, prison and forensic mental health services
- Practitioners from partner services contribute teaching and research opportunities
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2:1.
- Additional condition: interview — …who meet all the above criteria will be invited to a short on-line interview and scored based on a number of questions.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee forensic psychologist
- Assistant psychologist
- Probation officer
- Prison offender manager
- Forensic mental health practitioner
- Psychology researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,650 per year | International: £21,600 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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