MSc Forensic Psychology at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

This programme is subject to final approval. Applications will open shortly. Explore how psychology informs our understanding of offending, assessment, rehabilitation and the criminal justice system.

Department: Psychology | Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc comprises 180 credits: four compulsory taught modules worth 30 credits each and a 60-credit supervised research project. Together, these develop forensic knowledge, research skills and professional communication.

Career pathways

Develop research, analytical and communication skills relevant to assistant psychologist, research and service-evaluation roles across prisons, probation, secure mental health services, youth justice and third-sector organisations. Subject to BPS accreditation, the MSc will fulfil Stage 1 requirements and may support applications for trainee forensic psychologist posts or further professional training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree in Psychology that confers Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) from the British Psychological Society. The course is open only to psychology graduates who are registered with the BPS and who have the Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC status). Candidates will also need to have some prior experience of working in a forensic setting. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time (per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,020 a year (2027/28). Full-time (per year) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

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