Forensic Psychology
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    Forensic Psychology

    University of Derby
    University of Derby
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Derby
    University Rank:#1152
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 14,900 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2024

    Forensic Psychology

    About

    Explore the fascinating intersection between psychology and the criminal justice system, and gain a deeper understanding of the thorough processes, intentions, motivations and reactions of criminals in the context of their criminal behaviour.

    The highlights

    • This degree is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the Society. Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership, provided the minimum standard of qualification of a second class honours is achieved, is the first step to becoming a Chartered Psychologist
    • You will focus on real-life criminal justice problems and explore potential solutions
    • We cover the latest thinking on subjects as varied as hate crime, domestic abuse and murder investigations
    • Fieldtrips (subject to availability and travel restrictions), to places such as, courts and prisons will give you vital insights while criminal justice professionals will share their experiences with you
    • Our teaching team includes leading experts who are conducting influential research in the field
    • We support you to conduct your own original research and contribute to the growing knowledge base about forensic psychology
    • Opportunity to achieve an additional professional qualification in youth justice

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama
    • Students with an overall score of 60% would usually be eligible for the International Foundation Year
    • UKVI IELTS 4.5 with a minimum of 4.0 in all components (CEFR B1) is also required
    • If you are studying and completing any internationally recognised qualification such as A-levels; International Baccalaureate (IB) or the American Curricula from the International Schools within Jordan, then you can begin from the first year of a Bachelors degree. Please see individual course pages for specific entry requirements
    • If you have completed a recognised international foundation programme with good grades
    • Advanced entry to year 2 or 3 may be possible. You will need to supply detailed information including courses taken, grades achieved, syllabus and a grading guide

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 54
    • IELTSMin 6

    Career

    The skills and tools you gain on the BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology are valuable for a wide range of careers, including the probation service, the prison service, youth justice and youth offending teams.

    You could also consider roles in research and policy-making within the criminal justice system or you could pursue a career in teaching and academia.

    Where can a degree in Forensic Psychology take you?

     

    Our Careers and Employment Service will provide you with support from day one of your course to ensure you leave Derby as a 'work-ready' graduate - industry aware, motivated and enterprising. Throughout your studies, you'll also benefit from working with your personal academic tutor to reflect on your learning and develop your career ambitions.

    The support continues once you've completed your course too: you are entitled to further help and guidance from the Careers and Employment Service for up to three years after leaving the University.  

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    Before you begin your application make sure you have:

    • Your qualification details including grades and dates taken. You will have the opportunity to upload scanned copies of your qualification certificates/transcripts in the application. If you have no formal qualifications, you can also state this in your application
    • A scanned copy of your passport or other official photographic ID e.g. photo driving licence. This will help us verify your application to study with us. If you do not have any photo ID, we will accept a scanned copy of your birth certificate. International applicants can only provide a copy of their passport for visa assessment purposes
    • Your work experience (optional). You can upload a CV into your application or provide the company names and addresses of up to three of your employers
    • A personal statement showing your interest for the course/subject. This is a mandatory requirement and you will be able to upload it into your application. You may want to include your reasons for applying for the course, your experience in the field, how you feel you would benefit from studying and relevant information about your previous studies. You could also tell us about your non-academic experiences such as hobbies, interests, participation in any clubs, societies or voluntary work
    • A relevant reference for the course you have applied for. The reference should be in written format and supplied on company-headed paper, signed and dated from either a manager, supervisor, tutor or teacher
    • If you need to supply two references, this usually means you need to provide one academic reference from any recent study and one employer reference
    • If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

    For more information please see our online application guide.

    International applications

    • Please ensure you supply the above documents and information when you apply. In addition, you will be required to submit evidence of your English language ability
    • If you are applying as an international applicant and are using an agent you will need to provide the agent number in the application. Your agent will have a 9 digit ID number from the University of Derby International Office. Please contact your agent to obtain this number

    Forensic Psychology

    University of Derby

    University of Derby

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Derby

    Go to Official Website