Forensic Psychology MSc
Leeds Trinity UniversityLeeds Trinity University, Main Campus (Horsforth)
Course overview
Are you planning to pursue a career as a forensic psychologist? Would you like to learn from expert psychologists? Examine the role of psychologists in legal settings and develop your understanding of crime, criminal behaviour and the assessment and rehabilitation of offenders.
Our MSc Forensic Psychology course is designed to meet the criteria of the British Psychological Society.
Key highlights
- Designed to meet British Psychological Society criteria
- Taught by expert psychologists
- Examines the role of psychologists in legal settings
- Covers crime, criminal behaviour and offender assessment
- Explores the rehabilitation of offenders
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include Psychology; or above
- Additional condition: interview — As part of the admission process, applicants will be invited to interview if they meet entry requirements.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
All Leeds Trinity graduates are eligible for a tuition fee discount on postgraduate courses of up to 50%, excluding PGCE Provider-led, School Direct or SCITT courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Trainee forensic psychologist
- Forensic psychologist
- Psychological assistant (forensic settings)
- Probation officer
- Offender rehabilitation practitioner
- Prison psychology assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: See leedstrinity.ac.uk/study/fees-and-finance | International: See leedstrinity.ac.uk/international/international-fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/
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 Leeds Trinity University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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