Forensic Psychology MSc at Coventry University

Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), this MSc Forensic Psychology is designed for those working towards Chartered Forensic Psychologist status, providing a comprehensive academic foundation across diverse forms of offending behaviour and forensic client groups, and the full criminal justice process. The course offers a thorough grounding in the theoretical and practical knowledge, issues and skills central to forensic psychological practice and the wide-ranging criminal justice settings, such as prison services, national security, academia and research. Both MSc routes provide a BPS-accredited Stage 1 foundation in forensic psychology and share the majority of core content.

Faculty: Psychology and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Offending Behaviour and the Criminal Justice System, Project Planning and Ethics, Research Methods in Psychology, Interventions with Forensic Client Groups, Forensic Risk Assessment and Management, Independent Research Project.

Career pathways

The Forensic Psychology MSc provides an extensive, flexible foundation for careers across forensic psychology, criminal justice, research, and related professional fields. Roles include Assistant forensic psychologist, Interventions facilitator or programme tutor, Probation officer, Prison officer, Youth offending team practitioner, Resettlement or rehabilitation officer, Support worker, Psychological support practitioner, Research assistant, Policing, law-enforcement, or intelligence-related roles.

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