Doctor of Psychology Forensic Psychology at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

The Doctor of Psychology in Forensic Psychology is a research-based professional doctorate for practising forensic psychologists. It is delivered part-time on the City Campus and aims to develop reflective researching practitioners.

What you will study

A two and a half year part-time programme that develops knowledge, skills and attributes in a specialist area of forensic psychology, with continuous reflection on the self, practice and research. It begins with a Foundations in Research module and builds towards independent, original research at the boundaries of knowledge of forensic psychology.

Career pathways

Graduates work as forensic psychologists, including cluster lead psychologists, national specialist leads and senior forensic psychologists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold British Psychological Society chartership with full membership of the Division of Forensic Psychology, or HCPC registration as a Forensic Psychologist. A Master's-level qualification or equivalent (for example Stage 1 of the BPS Diploma in Forensic Psychology or 180 M-level credits) in a relevant subject that included research teaching and assessment is required. Five years of forensic experience (including training), or at least two years post-training, is recommended but not required. Two academic references and a statement of the proposed research subject are required; final selection is by interview with the course team. Access to a population on which to carry out research is ideal. International applicants: English language requirement applies as set out on the university English language requirements page for the subject (no score stated on the course page).

Intake: October

Duration: Two and a half years part-time

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