MSc Forensic Psychology
Course overview
This MSc Forensic Psychology course will teach students how to understand serious crime from a number of perspectives. The Forensic Psychology Master’s degree is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills required for a career in a forensic setting. The team responsible for students’ learning and development throughout this course all have extensive experience working with the police, prison service, and the NHS.
Everything that is being taught has applied significance. Research and practice, which have been developed in the field, will be shared with students, providing an experience that will make them feel as though they are on the cutting edge of developments in this area. This course is now accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). The BPS accreditation means that by obtaining this MSc, students will be completing the first stage in their professional training required to become a qualified practitioner and an accredited Chartered Forensic Psychologist.
Entry requirements
Applicants without a degree who have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.
Grade Requirements:
- An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Psychology accredited by the BPS, or an undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, and successful completion of a research methods assessment is required.
English Language Requirements:
- Applicants from a non-English speaking background need to achieve a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components.
- The university also accepts equivalent SELT scores or other appropriate qualifications.
Scholarships
Mister Gees Foundation Bursary
We are grateful to the Mister Gees Foundation, who are sponsoring a bursary worth £5,000 to a student enrolled on MSc Water, Waste and Environmental Engineering.
Up to £5,000
Career opportunities
After completing the MSc Forensic Psychology from the University of Greenwich, graduates can pursue careers such as:
- Chartered Forensic Psychologist
- Mental Health Research Assistant
- Victim Support Officer
- Crime Analyst
- Rehabilitation Officer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSc Forensic Psychology course is £18,700 per year for international students.
Admission
To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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