MSc Forensic Psychology at Teesside University

Programme overview

An accredited master's covering the knowledge areas of forensic psychology through the stages of the criminal justice system and the pathways of offenders and victims. It includes opportunities such as acting as an expert witness in a mock courtroom.

Duration: Within 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include The Psychology of Investigations and the Criminal Justice System, Applied Quantitative Research Methods, Applications of Qualitative Methods in Psychology, Professional Skills for Forensic Practitioners and a Forensic Psychology Project.

Career pathways

After Stage 1, graduates can become chartered forensic psychologists by completing the Stage 2 Qualification in Forensic Psychology, or practitioner forensic psychologists by completing a Level 8 forensic practitioner Postgraduate Diploma.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a second-class honours degree in psychology and the Graduate Basis for Chartership as recognised by the BPS. Applicants with other degrees may be considered after discussing additional requirements with admissions.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,365 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International one-year postgraduate taught master's (MSc/MA); tuition only Source

Intake: September

Duration: Within 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

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