Investigative Psychology MSc (Distance Learning)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Investigative psychology is the systematic science that developed out of early ‘offender profiling’ contributions by psychologists and the Federal Bureau of Investigation to police investigations and court cases. In recent years this sub-discipline has become an increasingly dominant area of forensic psychology. This course allows you explore this specialised field of practice, from the application of psychological principles to the diverse aspects of the analysis, investigation, and legal processing of crime.
Our BPS-accredited course aims to provide in-depth expertise in all aspects of Investigative Psychology. It has a strong research emphasis, helping to equip you with the expertise to conduct your own crime research projects in diverse professional contexts. This course is delivered 100% online, full- or part-time, giving you the flexibility to fit your studies around your other commitments.
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Key highlights
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Applies psychology to analysing, investigating and legally processing crime
- Builds on offender profiling work with police and the FBI
- Strong research emphasis to run your own crime research projects
- Delivered entirely online, fitting around other commitments
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include Psychology, Criminology; or above
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- Crime analyst
- Police intelligence analyst
- Forensic psychology researcher
- Behavioural investigative adviser
- Criminal justice researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,900 | International: £18,700
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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