MSc Forensic Psychology at University of Winchester

Programme overview

The course introduces the context and application of psychology in various forensic settings including the legal and criminal justice system, forensic psychological practice and forensic mental health. You are introduced to the role of a forensic psychologist in practice. The programme focuses on core theoretical models of crime with an emphasis on theoretical, practical and methodological limitations.

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

What you will study

Year 1: Foundations of Forensic Psychology Practice, The Criminal Justice System and the Legal Framework, Research Methods in Psychology, Assessment and Consultancy within Forensic Practice, Specialist Treatment and Interventions, Investigative Psychology, Empirical Research Project

Career pathways

The programme provides the first step (Stage 1) towards gaining Chartered Forensic Psychologist status with the BPS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first or second-class honours degree (or recognised equivalent qualification) in Psychology and Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Students who do not fulfil this GBC entry requirement are considered on an individual basis by the programme team. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in writing or equivalent Selection process You will be required to attend an interview. For applicants who are unable to travel to Winchester (such as those who reside outside the UK), an interview may be conducted via Skype at the discretion of the programme team.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee. Applies to UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,450 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee. Source

Intake: September

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

Apply through the official page: https://www.winchester.ac.uk/study/how-to-apply/How-to-apply-Postgraduate/

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