MSc Forensic Psychology
Course overview
Birmingham City University's MSc Forensic Psychology is a one-year degree designed to prepare students for a successful career as a forensic psychologist. The course focuses on understanding criminal behaviour, the psychology of victims, and the legal system.
Experienced tutors teach this programme, covering important areas such as investigative psychology, how to assess offenders, giving evidence in court, and treating offenders.
Teaching includes lectures, case studies, workshops, and visits to criminal justice sites, while assessments include projects, examinations, presentations, and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Practical experience working with offenders and victims of crime, whether paid or as a volunteer, is a plus. If you're a part-time student, you'll be expected to work in a forensic-related role.
Grade Requirements
- Candidates must have a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or equivalent, in Psychology or an MSc or Graduate Diploma in Psychology, with evidence of strong research methods skills.
- Applicants with International Psychology degrees must hold qualifications equivalent to the BPS standard in research methods and statistics.
English Proficiency
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International students must have an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
Scholarships
Bowater Financial Assistance Award
Graduate Scholarship
20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Postgraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.
Up to £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Forensic Psychology course from Birmingham City University are well-prepared for roles such as:
- Forensic Psychologist
- Probation Officer
- Police Analyst or Investigator
- Victim Support Specialist
- Expert Witness or Consultant
- Prison Psychologist
Cost of study
International students interested in the MSc Forensic Psychology at Birmingham City University should expect to pay £18,600 for full-time study in the 2025/26 academic year.
Admission
Candidates interested in this course should contact an AHZ counsellor for assistance with their application.
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