Applied Forensic Psychology, MSc at University of Lancashire

Master's developing skills to assess, intervene and care for victims and offenders, with emphasis on applying forensic psychology in professional practice. It follows an offender from first contact with the criminal justice system to release or transfer to lower security, and is taught by staff and practising forensic psychologists.

Faculty: School of Psychology and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Intake: September 2026; September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Advanced Methods in Psychology, Forensic Risk Assessment, Psychology, Investigation and the Courtroom, Contemporary and Complex Issues in Forensic Psychology Practice, Advanced Considerations when Working with Offenders, and an Advanced Forensic Psychology Project.

Career pathways

Graduates take trainee forensic psychologist positions or careers in the legal and criminal justice system. The course provides BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership Stage 1 training; after Stage 2 and at least two years of supervised practice graduates can practise as Chartered Forensic Psychologists.

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