Forensic Psychology Practice
Course overview
• If you hold a BPS-accredited MSc in Forensic Psychology (Stage 1), this online programme, coupled with 360 days of practice experience within a forensic setting, confers eligibility to apply for Health Care Profession Council (HCPC) registration, to become a registered forensic psychologist • All teaching will take place online around your work and other commitments. It’s a great option for those who can’t get onto campus, including working professionals and international students* • You will still be able to interact and share insights with tutors and other students, through digital cafés and forums • You will also receive regular support throughout the programme, including through your Clinical Supervisor and your Academic Supervisor, both of whom will be HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologists • Our highly regarded teaching team includes practising forensic psychologists, who will bring their industry experience and research-informed practice to the programme • Forensic Psychology Practice Postgraduate Diploma Forensic Psychology Practice Postgraduate Diploma
Key highlights
- Leads to eligibility to apply for HCPC registration as forensic psychologist
- Combines online study with 360 days of forensic practice experience
- Taught fully online around work and other commitments
- Clinical and Academic Supervisors are HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologists
- Teaching team includes practising forensic psychologists
- Digital cafés and forums for interaction with tutors and peers
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Forensic Psychologist
- Forensic Psychologist in prison services
- Forensic Psychologist in secure hospitals
- Forensic Psychologist in probation services
Cost of study
UK/Home: £6,480 per year | International: £6,480 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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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